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Norris, Piastri's ‘top driver' status questioned

Oct.31 Former Formula 1 driver Christijan Albers has questioned whether McLaren's title-contending pair Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris truly belong among the sport's elite, suggesting both are still short of the 'absolute top' level. Speaking to De Telegraaf, the Dutch pundit said he ranks Max Verstappen, George Russell, and Charles Leclerc as the standout drivers in F1 right now – leaving McLaren's duo outside that bracket. 'In my opinion, three drivers stand out right now: Verstappen, Russell, and Leclerc,' Albers said. 'That's not to say Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris are bad drivers. But they're not the absolute top.' Albers also said Piastri's reputation for composure is...
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