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With Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, McLaren has arguably the strongest driver duo on the current grid. Norris recently won his first grand prix, while Piastri won a sprint race in his debut year in 2023. Team boss Andrea Stella can feel lucky to have the driver duo, and he realises this all too well in an exclusive interview with RacingNews365.
Andrea Stella, who previously worked at Ferrari, now serves as the team principal for McLaren, collaborating with legendary drivers like Michael Schumacher, Fernando Alonso, and Kimi Raikkonen. As he transitions to McLaren, Stella emphasizes that current drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are receptive to his guidance, showing openness to improving their skills. Stella acknowledges that successful F1 drivers require more than natural speed, highlighting the significance of intellectual and analytical abilities in handling disappointments and continuous growth. Reflecting on his past experiences with top drivers and team management at Ferrari, Stella commends the determination and constant improvement mindset exemplified by champions like Alonso. Under Stella’s leadership, McLaren has seen a significant turnaround in performance, now competing at a high level against top teams in Formula 1.
