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McLaren boss Andrea Stella has revealed Max Verstappen’s serious title threat in F1 contributed to its call to remove the repercussions against Lando Norris.
McLaren boss Andrea Stella disclosed that Max Verstappen’s strong championship challenge in Formula 1 influenced the decision to retract the repercussions against Lando Norris. Verstappen, who has secured three wins in the last four races, is now a notable contender for the title, trailing 40 points behind Oscar Piastri with five remaining rounds. The enhancements on Verstappen’s RB21, combined with internal struggles at McLaren, have reinforced his performance on track. The incident at the United States Grand Prix, where the McLaren drivers were eliminated in a crash, allowed Verstappen to capitalize and gain crucial points. McLaren’s focus on securing a championship double also played a role in the decision to reset ahead of the Mexican Grand Prix. CEO Zak Brown emphasized the team’s acknowledgment of Verstappen as a serious contender, highlighting the importance of fair and respectful competition between Norris and Piastri.
