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Formula 1 is enjoying an unprecedentedly close season in which any one of four teams can dominate on any given weekend – a mixed blessing, according to McLaren team principal Andrea Stella. Mercede…
The 2024 Formula 1 season is witnessing a highly competitive championship where any of the top four teams could emerge victorious on any given race weekend, as highlighted by McLaren team principal Andrea Stella. Despite Mercedes’ recent success in the Las Vegas Grand Prix with a dominant one-two finish, McLaren acknowledges the lost opportunity to gain valuable points in the title race. Moving forward to the Qatar and Abu Dhabi races, while McLaren expects their car to perform better on these tracks, they remain cautious of the fierce competition among the leading teams in Formula 1. Stella emphasizes the unprecedented level at which the top teams are operating this season, making it a challenging yet intriguing end to the championship. Although Max Verstappen clinched the drivers’ title, McLaren remains positive about their progress and the prospect of contending for both the drivers’ and constructors’ championships. With a chance to secure the constructors’ title at the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix, McLaren is focused on maximizing their potential while closely monitoring the performances of rival teams like Ferrari and Red Bull.
