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McLaren won’t create false expectations for F1 2024 for risk of "violent" reality
In 2023, McLaren experienced a remarkable turnaround in form with mid-season upgrades that turned their car into a regular podium contender and allowed them to overtake Aston Martin for fourth in the constructors’ championship. The team is optimistic for 2024, as they will be developing the first car using their new wind tunnel and upgraded facilities. However, Team Principal Andrea Stella is cautious about setting elevated expectations for next year, citing the need to retain competitiveness and have a half-second advantage. He emphasizes the importance of sticking with the data, being realistic, and avoiding false expectations. Stella also notes a small regression in race pace towards the end of the 2023 season, which he attributes to other teams continuing to bring small upgrades while McLaren’s development was largely finished after Singapore. To continue enjoying good results, McLaren needs to make further progress for next season.
