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Carlos Sainz has come out in support of McLaren’s choice to maintain its strict in-house rules, despite growing pressure from Max Verstappen in the F1 title fight.
Carlos Sainz supports McLaren’s decision to uphold its strict in-house rules amid pressure from Max Verstappen in the Formula 1 title battle. McLaren has been managing its drivers proactively this season to ensure fair competition, with incidents like instructing Piastri to yield to Norris in Monza and holding Norris accountable for an on-track incident in Singapore. The team issued “repercussions” towards Norris for the latter mistake. With the Constructors’ Championship secured, McLaren will maintain its internal “papaya rules” to avoid costly mishaps. Sainz, having partnered with Norris previously, believes such measures are warranted with Red Bull’s resurgence. He emphasizes the importance of discipline within the garage during a closely contested title fight, irrespective of the driver involved. Not everyone agrees with McLaren’s approach, as Pierre Gasly suggests that, now that the Constructors’ title is settled, Norris and Piastri should be allowed to race freely. Gasly argues for a World Championship battle decided on the track without external interference, showing a contrasting viewpoint.
