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McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella suspects it needs 12 more months of development in Formula 1 before turning the current
McLaren underwent an impressive transformation in F1, becoming a strong podium contender from previously struggling to score points. Lando Norris secured McLaren’s first podium in Australia since 2014, but the MCL38 still lags significantly in slow-speed corners and top speed with DRS activated. Team principal Stella is aware of these weaknesses, attributing them to the chosen development path. Despite the flaws, McLaren remains optimistic and plans a significant upgrade package during the European season to address these issues. The team aims to continue its development to eliminate weaknesses and strengthen the car’s performance throughout the season.
