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Andrea Stella has been praised for his role in leading McLaren’s stunning F1 turnaround during the 2023 season.
McLaren had a difficult start to the year with a slow car, but their fortunes turned around with the introduction of an upgrade package in July. They emerged as a strong contender, with Lando Norris securing seven podiums and rookie Oscar Piastri winning his first race. McLaren finished in fourth place in the constructors’ championship, surpassing Aston Martin. Team principal Andreas Stella’s patient approach played a key role in the team’s transformation. He was praised for his leadership and ability to keep the team together during challenging times. Despite being a quiet and softly spoken man, Stella effectively handled media interactions while sponsorship was mostly managed by Zak Brown.
