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McLaren F1 boss issues statement after double disaster for Norris
Andrea Stella, the F1 team principal, addressed McLaren’s recent setbacks and how they affected Lando Norris. Despite starting 7th in Baku, Norris couldn’t improve and now trails Piastri by 25 points. Both drivers faced challenges in the last race, with Piastri crashing out and Norris struggling with slow pit stops. The pit stops became a focal point after issues in Monza, and the problem persisted in Baku with another slow stop for Norris. Stella asserted that the slow pit stops did not significantly impact Norris’ performance, emphasizing the need for a faster car. McLaren is evaluating the pit stop issues and focusing on improving performance in this crucial area to stay competitive in the increasingly tight F1 races.
