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Ahead of the F1 Australian Grand Prix, Zak Brown has launched a scathing attack against allegations that McLaren favoured Lando Norris in 2025.
Ahead of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, Zak Brown vehemently denied allegations of favoritism towards Lando Norris in 2025, despite McLaren’s successful season winning both championships.
The intense competition between drivers Norris and Oscar Piastri led to allegations of favoritism, particularly after a pit stop mix-up in Monza, which persisted throughout the season.
Brown reaffirmed McLaren’s equal status policy for both drivers and emphasized their commitment to letting both race competitively.
Acknowledging mistakes by both the team and drivers in 2025, Brown condemned the accusations of favoritism as baseless conspiracy theories.
Despite the controversies, Brown expressed pride in McLaren’s achievements, highlighting the competitiveness and success of both drivers throughout the season.
