Martin Brundle has given Lando Norris some strong advice on racing against Max Verstappen. After their clash at the United States Grand Prix, where Norris got a penalty for going off-track to overtake, Brundle suggested that Norris should stop letting Verstappen slip by on the inside.
The duel between Norris and Verstappen has been a hot topic as fans eagerly await the Mexican Grand Prix. McLaren tried to challenge the penalty decision, but the FIA turned them down after a Friday meeting.
Brundle’s Advice: Change Your Strategy
Reviewing the recent race incident, Brundle had this to say: “Lando needs to stop putting the welcome out on the inside because Max Verstappen does not need a second invitation.” He pointed out that Verstappen is a tough competitor who knows how to push rules to his advantage.
Brundle also mentioned that McLaren should have instructed Norris to let Verstappen pass back. However, he acknowledged that Verstappen could have left more room on the outside. The real issue, according to Brundle, lies with the regulations themselves.
“The regulations simply don’t work,” he explained. “They rely on reference points like mirrors and imaginary apexes, which are hard to define.” For instance, in Austin’s Turn 1, the apex is tricky because it’s not clearly defined. This makes it difficult for drivers when guidelines are based on such unclear points.
Fans might wonder if these rules make racing fair or just confusing.
In conclusion, while Brundle’s advice aims to help Norris improve his strategy against Verstappen, it also highlights bigger problems with racing rules. What do you think about these regulations?
