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Piastri: Momentum key after McLaren exceeded all F1 expectations in 2023
New team principal Stella and McLaren Racing CEO Brown acknowledged that their development targets for the 2022-23 season were not met, but the team’s recent performance has exceeded expectations. Despite a slow start, McLaren made significant updates to their car and emerged as a strong competitor to Red Bull. F1 rookie Piastri, who won the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race, expressed confidence in Stella and Brown, and praised the team’s ability to turn things around quickly. The team’s upgrades have delivered positive results, and McLaren has surpassed their initial predictions. Looking ahead, McLaren aims to maintain their momentum and continue pressuring Red Bull, but acknowledges the need to address weaknesses in low-speed handling.
