This weekend, with the United States Grand Prix, we reached the end of the 2024 racing season, where for now, Red Bull Racing seems to be the big winner...
However, a single bad race or an unexpected technical problem could easily change the situation in McLaren's favor. Max Verstappen is well aware of this, as he tries to find ways to exert psychological pressure on his opponent, in addition to traditional methods:
"I think Oscar is a much better driver than playing the supporting role. He shouldn't have agreed to this, even though I admit I've never been in such a situation. But for me, he's by no means number two, and in his place, I would never have gotten involved in all this. Of course, I know I speak easily. I've been here for ten years, while Oscar Piastri is only in his second season in F1. But he's simply too good to give up wins and places for his teammate and his team, just because he's asked. It's not fair to him!" - Verstappen skillfully evoked, touching on sensitive nerves.
