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McLaren now faces “hardest task” in F1 with future car development
McLaren acknowledged that it did not meet its performance goals during the winter and downplayed expectations for the season. However, they made significant changes to the car’s aerodynamics, leading to improved results, including podium finishes for Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Despite the positive progress, Norris believes the biggest challenge lies in improving the car’s handling, rather than focusing solely on lap times. He emphasized the difficulty of striking the right balance between front-end and rear-end performance. Norris expressed confidence in McLaren’s ability to address these issues, citing the team’s restructuring and plans for a new wind tunnel facility. Visiting the new wind tunnel, he was impressed by the advanced technology and precision required for accurate testing.
Source: motorsport
