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Oscar Piastri has claimed that McLaren has chosen an “appropriate time” to state that it will lend more support to team-mate Lando Norris’ Formula 1 title aspiration. McLaren boss Andrea Stella has asserted on the eve of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix that Norris’ championship hopes will be prioritised over the remaining eight rounds. Norris resides […]
Before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, McLaren’s team principal, Andrea Stella, emphasized that their priority is to support Lando Norris in his championship pursuit over the remaining races, with Norris trailing Max Verstappen by 62 points. McLaren’s decision to openly back Norris stems from Piastri’s aggressive overtake on Norris at Monza impacting their chances of winning. Piastri, acknowledging the bigger team goal, has agreed to assist Norris on track if necessary, despite initially focusing on his own slim title chances. While Piastri recognizes the importance of supporting the team’s championship ambitions, he clarified that he won’t blindly yield to Norris in every race, aiming to balance his own objectives within McLaren’s strategy. Reflecting on the Italian Grand Prix, Piastri highlighted Ferrari’s strategic advantage on a one-stop strategy as more influential than his on-track battle with Norris, stating that he understands the team’s renewed emphasis on team dynamics when fighting for a dual championship victory.
