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The MCL38 has consistently been one of the fastest cars in F1, with Andrea Stella hinting more could be coming.
McLaren boss Andrea Stella hinted at potential further F1 upgrades for the team, downplaying their current advantage over Red Bull. The MCL38 is considered the fastest car in grand prix racing, trailing Red Bull by only 42 points in the constructors’ championship, with McLaren aiming for their first title since 1998. In the second half of the season, McLaren will benefit from more testing time under the Aerodynamic Testing Restrictions compared to Red Bull. Stella acknowledged Red Bull’s advancements but expressed confidence in McLaren’s ability to leverage their accumulated developments. Despite being seen as the fastest, McLaren has downplayed the claim, with driver Oscar Piastri attributing their performances to track characteristics. Piastri highlighted the tight competition with Mercedes and Ferrari, acknowledging the need to minimize mistakes for consistent success.
