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Zak Brown maintains McLaren will retain its racing philosophy and not resort to the “win-at all-costs” Red Bull mentality as it prepares to go “toe-to-toe” with the constructors’ champions.
McLaren Racing CEO, Zak Brown, states that the team is ready to challenge Red Bull for the constructors’ championship without resorting to underhanded tactics. Brown emphasizes McLaren’s commitment to winning in their own way, distancing themselves from a “win at all costs” mentality seen in their rivals. The Woking-based team sees themselves as Red Bull’s main competitor, with the possibility of surpassing them in points by the end of the year if current form continues. Brown is prepared for a tough battle but stresses that McLaren does not need to be “nasty” to compete effectively against Red Bull. The team’s championship aspirations also depend on the performance of Red Bull’s Sergio Perez, who has struggled in recent races, giving McLaren an opportunity to capitalize on his underperformance. Brown remains optimistic about McLaren’s chances but acknowledges that beating Red Bull will require consistent points gains in the remaining races of the season.
