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McLaren will start first and second at the Italian Grand Prix, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri free to race for the win.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella emphasized the “papaya rules” at the Italian Grand Prix between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, who are starting the race from Monza in first and second place respectively. With Norris securing pole position by a one-tenth of a second margin over his teammate, McLaren is currently 30 points behind Red Bull in the constructors’ standings. Stella hinted that the drivers are free to race each other, but with extra caution required, especially considering the competitiveness of their cars. McLaren aims to achieve a harmonious race between the drivers, avoiding a mindset that sees teammates as rivals. Stella expressed confidence in McLaren’s improvements in race starts, addressing past concerns and focusing on optimizing various factors for a successful start at Monza.
