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Mercedes tipped to bounce back “quite strongly” in 2024 by rival F1 team boss
Stella highlights the remarkable progress of McLaren in F1 2023, going from one of the slowest teams to the second-fastest, with Lando Norris securing second place on multiple occasions. The success is expected to continue at the high-speed Losail circuit in Qatar, as it suits McLaren’s car characteristics. While Stella is encouraged by McLaren’s development, she also acknowledges the potential comeback of Mercedes, stating that they are likely to bounce back strongly. Stella admits that McLaren is currently slightly ahead of their expectations and credits the clear concepts emerging across the paddock for this progress. However, she remains uncertain about the pace of development compared to other teams, especially Red Bull.
Source: Crash
