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McLaren takes heart that new tech chiefs don’t want F1 design U-turn
The success of Red Bull’s RB18 and RB19 cars lay in the cohesive integration of ideas, which makes it difficult to pinpoint a single solution. McLaren hired key architects from Red Bull and Ferrari, Rob Marshall and David Sanchez, to gain insight into their rival’s strategy. Rather than expecting them to identify flaws in McLaren’s approach, the fact that Marshall and Sanchez believe in the direction of the new MCL38 is seen as a positive by team principal Andrea Stella. Their knowledge has seamlessly integrated with McLaren’s existing expertise, offering new perspectives and ideas. The progress McLaren made in 2023 validated their understanding of ground effect cars, and now Marshall and Sanchez’s input aims to further improve performance. In addition to their technical knowledge, their approach has engaged the team in stimulating conversations and generated energy and momentum throughout the organization. This collaboration will not only benefit McLaren’s 2024 car but also lay the groundwork for the future projects in 2025 and 2026.
