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McLaren boss Andrea Stella has stressed the team must “raise the bar” in F1 in 2025 to contend for both titles amid the recent gains that its rivals have made.
The Woking-based squad is aiming to end a drought in the Constructors’ Championship dating back to 1998 as they head into the final round in Abu Dhabi. Despite missing a chance to seal the deal in Qatar, McLaren holds a 21-point lead over Ferrari and is in a good position to clinch the championship. Ferrari has been performing well in the latter part of the season, outscoring McLaren in four of the last five races, while Mercedes and Red Bull have also shown competitiveness with recent race victories. Looking ahead to the 2025 season, McLaren recognizes the need to continue improving to stay competitive in both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships. Despite prioritizing the Constructors’ title, McLaren understands the significance of the Drivers’ Championship and the importance of consistently raising the bar to be genuine contenders in both competitions.
