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Piastri: "No barriers" in Norris relationship essential for McLaren’s F1 progress
McLaren had a difficult start to the 2023 season, missing their development targets and failing to score any points in the first two races. As rookie driver Piastri was getting used to the championship, the team made significant upgrades to the MCL60. Piastri eventually found his rhythm and went on to beat Norris, winning his first F1 race at the Qatar Grand Prix sprint event. Despite their progress, Piastri emphasizes the importance of staying open and sharing data with Norris to help drive the team’s development. He acknowledges that the pressure to perform and be compared to Norris is always present, regardless of the team’s position on the grid.
