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McLaren’s quest to score its first constructors’ championship in 26 years got off to a strong start as it blitzed the field in qualifying.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has mentioned the possibility of implementing rules between the team’s drivers to secure their first constructors’ title in 26 years. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri achieved the first and second positions in qualifying for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, securing the front row. Ferrari faced challenges in qualifying, with Charles Leclerc starting from the back due to a 10-place grid penalty. Despite McLaren’s 21-point lead over Ferrari, Brown emphasized the need for rules to avoid jeopardizing their title chances. He acknowledged that it would be unwise to underestimate Ferrari and stressed the importance of approaching the race with a competitive mindset. The McLaren team hopes to celebrate a victory, recognizing the hard work of everyone involved in the project.
