P1 with Matt and Tommy United States GP Race Review
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Oct 19, 2025 The race in Austin stirred up major championship questions about Lando, Max, and Oscar. Is it Lando's title to lose or is McLaren at a crossroads? Max's resurgence has him back in the chase while Oscar seems to be feeling the pressure. A controversial incident between Yuki and Ollie raised eyebrows, and Alpine faced criticism for team orders. Was Ferrari's showing a sign of recovery? With the championship narrowing, the hosts speculate on what’s next as they gear up for the race in Mexico.
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Verstappen’s Rapid Championship Surge
- Max Verstappen has closed a 104-point deficit to 40 in five races, reshaping the title fight.
- His momentum turned the championship from predictable to highly contested among the top three.
Weekend Execution Beats Raw Car Pace
- Red Bull's car may still be second-best to McLaren but Verstappen extracts extra performance with near-perfect weekends.
- That weekend-maximizing explains how he can close gaps even without outright superiority.
McLaren’s Impossible Decision
- McLaren faces a dilemma choosing whom to back as both drivers remain in title contention.
- With five races left and small gaps, the team cannot safely favor one driver without risking backlash.