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McLaren was a prominent topic of discussion at the Italian Grand Prix after finishing second and third with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris respectively.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner thinks McLaren will struggle to prioritize one driver while they’re allowed to battle each other on track. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri had a close fight during the Italian Grand Prix, with Piastri passing Norris on the first lap. Norris is currently the closest competitor to Max Verstappen in the drivers’ championship, reducing the gap to 62 points at Monza. McLaren used “papaya rules” during the race to advise caution when the drivers were fighting. Horner noted that Piastri’s move benefited Red Bull’s championship chances, as McLaren plans to support Norris moving forward. Horner acknowledged the challenges McLaren faces in managing their drivers while aiming for the best performance.
