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McLaren hint at cause of Lando Norris’ devastating DNF at F1 Dutch GP
McLaren F1 team boss Andrea Stella disclosed that a chassis-related issue caused Lando Norris’ early exit from the Dutch Grand Prix with smoke emerging from his car, positioning Norris 34 points behind teammate Oscar Piastri in the F1 drivers’ championship battle.
Initially believed to be engine-related, Norris’ reliability problem was the only technical glitch for McLaren, a team known for its reliability strength, leading Stella to declare they will conduct a thorough investigation before the upcoming Monza race to avoid future setbacks.
Oscar Piastri’s consistent finishes contrast with Norris’ past DNFs linked to crashes, illustrating McLaren’s dedication to resolving technical glitches swiftly to maintain high performance levels and competitive edge in the ongoing championship.
Stella emphasized the team’s commitment to analyzing the problem, making necessary corrections, and ensuring such issues do not hinder McLaren’s success moving forward, standing as a testament to McLaren’s reliability and success in the F1 championship pursuit amidst technical challenges faced by other Mercedes-powered teams.
