Lando Norris has insisted that he is not “running out of time” to overhaul his substantial points deficit to Max Verstappen become Formula 1 World Champion in 2024. Oscar Piastri’s opening-lap move at Monza on his pole-sitting team-mate has reignited a debate over whether McLaren should prioritise Norris in the remaining races. The Australian’s move […]
Lando Norris has insisted that he is not “running out of time” to overhaul his substantial points deficit to Max
I can understand people being against team orders when it’s early in the season or when the lead in the championship is large enough. But to get the drivers championship I think team orders are a valid way of achieving it.
I resonate with this. The summer break is the perfect time to make this decision. You’ve had a majority of the races, and the faster driver will be ahead. If the other driver’s unhappy he’s had enough races to prove himself. He can try again next year.
Team orders are the reason you have two drivers. I don’t understand why we have to be so coy about it. The point of competing is winning.
I can understand people being against team orders when it’s early in the season or when the lead in the championship is large enough. But to get the drivers championship I think team orders are a valid way of achieving it.
I resonate with this. The summer break is the perfect time to make this decision. You’ve had a majority of the races, and the faster driver will be ahead. If the other driver’s unhappy he’s had enough races to prove himself. He can try again next year.