International Media Reacts: Hamilton's 'Refreshing' Anger, Lawson's Red Bull Redemption
Summary
Lando Norris's Zandvoort win cut Antonelli's title lead to 83 points. Global media react to Hamilton's 'refreshing' anger, Lawson's Red Bull redemption, and a transformed title fight.
Lando Norris delivered a statement win at Zandvoort, beating Kimi Antonelli to cut the title gap to 83 points. Max Verstappen's first-lap crash and Lewis Hamilton's frustration over Ferrari strategy overshadowed Mercedes' double podium.
Why it matters:
McLaren's recent upgrade has transformed the championship fight, with Norris now the form driver and Mercedes' dominance no longer guaranteed.
The details:
- The Telegraph: Hamilton's anger is 'refreshing' – proof he cares again after a difficult first season at Ferrari.
- De Telegraaf: Antonelli admits Mercedes no longer have the fastest car, with McLaren's Hungary upgrade making them a genuine threat.
- La Gazzetta dello Sport: Ferrari's pit wall chaos cost Hamilton a potential podium, contrasting with Mercedes' decisive team orders.
- L'Équipe: Norris' back-to-back wins show his title defence is alive, describing him as the driver in the best form.
- New Zealand Herald: Lawson's points finish at short notice completes his Red Bull redemption.
- Herald Sun: Piastri's frustration grows after finishing sixth, 32 seconds behind Norris, with tyre issues and a slow stop.
What's next:
Antonelli still holds a comfortable 83-point lead, but McLaren's momentum makes the final rounds unpredictable.
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