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McLaren boss Andrea Stella moved to downplay the team’s impressive long-run pace during the second day of 2025 F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain.
Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris ended up 13th and 14th in the Bahrain timesheets, with Norris showing strong pace during race simulations. McLaren impressed with their race simulation, challenging Ferrari and Mercedes. Norris’s quick final stint on different tires raised questions about McLaren’s potential advantage. McLaren Team Principal Stella emphasized the unique track conditions in Bahrain. Despite paying attention to competitors, Stella’s main focus is on McLaren’s performance insights for the upcoming races. Stella hinted at a tight competition in the 2025 Formula 1 season based on the early data.
