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McLaren F1 chief confirms No 1 driver stance in epic title fight
McLaren CEO Zak Brown addressed the treatment of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in an open letter during F1’s summer break.
Brown emphasized McLaren’s belief in having the best driver line-up in Formula 1 and allowing their drivers to battle it out on track.
Despite incidents like Norris’ collision with Piastri in Canada, Brown stood by McLaren’s approach of giving both drivers equal opportunity to fight for the championship.
Acknowledging the consequences of their strategy, Brown stated that the team would continue to manage situations and maintain harmony within the team.
With Piastri leading the drivers’ championship, McLaren’s dominance in the constructors’ standings allows them to let their stellar driver duo race fairly.
