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McLaren team principal Andrea Stella feels the MCL38 is now able to perform well across a range of tracks, but cautions the Spanish GP will still be a “unique challenge” for the team.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella believes that Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri can consistently be competitive following the successful updates package. However, Stella cautions that the Spanish Grand Prix poses a unique challenge for the Woking squad due to the well-trodden Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The track’s corner profiles offer a good chance to comprehensively evaluate performance and expose any weaknesses in the team’s pecking order. While McLaren made progress at the Miami Grand Prix with upgrades, Stella acknowledges the ongoing need to maintain their advantage amidst increasing competition from other teams. Lead driver Lando Norris’ recent podium finishes have contributed significantly to McLaren’s positive momentum, keeping them in the mix for race wins and signaling progress in their development efforts for the MCL38.
