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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has admitted McLaren is “between a rock and a hard place” when opting whether to implement team orders in the 2024 Formula 1 season. McLaren squandering another race win at the Italian Grand Prix has brought back into the spotlight the discussion surrounding the team not prioritising Lando Norris. Norris managed […]
The Italian Grand Prix saw McLaren lose a potential victory due to team dynamics not favoring Lando Norris, despite him closing the points gap on Max Verstappen. Norris’ pole position lead to a disappointing third-place finish after an aggressive move by teammate Oscar Piastri benefited Charles Leclerc. McLaren’s team boss plans to review Piastri’s actions and may consider implementing team orders as Norris is the team’s main title contender. Toto Wolff acknowledges the challenges McLaren faces in managing competitive team dynamics that may affect overall performance. Wolff suggests McLaren’s Andrea Stella may need to enforce stricter racing protocols to ensure championship success. Finding a balance between allowing competition and enforcing team orders is crucial, as every point matters in a championship race. Wolff believes Stella’s experience and understanding of racing dynamics will lead McLaren in making strategic decisions for the future.
