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McLaren is willing to support the driver who ends up losing the championship, as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri remained locked in a tight battle for the biggest prize in F1.
McLaren will have discussions with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri to plan how to support the driver who doesn’t win the 2025 Formula 1 title. Norris and Piastri are now the main contenders for the championship, with Max Verstappen falling behind in points. Despite the likelihood of a McLaren driver winning the title, the team is concerned about the emotional impact on the runner-up. McLaren will meet early with both drivers to discuss their emotional needs in case of a loss. Zak Brown, McLaren Racing’s CEO, emphasized the team’s focus on supporting their drivers emotionally in both victory and defeat.
