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Zak Brown has refuted the notion that there has been an internal “change” of environment at McLaren as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri ready themselves for a solely intra-team F1 title battle.
McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown denies that there has been a shift in the team’s atmosphere amid the intense battle for the F1 drivers’ championship. As Max Verstappen fades, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris emerge as the main contenders. With Piastri leading Norris by only 16 points after 13 rounds, the championship looks poised for a thrilling finish. McLaren maintains a “two number one drivers” policy to ensure equality, managing a strong relationship between Norris and Piastri. As tensions rise, Brown anticipates increased stress but has not observed any negative effects on the drivers’ dynamics. The CEO commends the outstanding relationship between the drivers and the team, expressing confidence in their ability to handle the pressure as the season progresses.
