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Lando Norris has confirmed that there will be a “refresh” to McLaren’s stance on team orders, having “earned the right” to receive that “privilege” in F1 in 2024.
McLaren’s rise to becoming the leading team last season gave Norris a slim chance of challenging Max Verstappen for the Drivers’ Championship title. The team initially hesitated to fully support Norris over teammate Oscar Piastri, but a pivotal moment at Monza shifted their approach. Piastri’s move to yield the Sprint win to Norris in Brazil did not impact the championship battle, ultimately won by Verstappen. Norris and Piastri will start the new season on equal footing as McLaren sets to defend its championship. The team’s collaborative approach, with Piastri willing to support Norris strategically, has been a key element in their success.
