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McLaren now lead the constructors’ championship with just seven races remaining in the ongoing F1 world championship.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella praised his squad’s significant progress in the F1 constructors’ championship, taking over the lead position from Red Bull. The team’s performance in Azerbaijan, with Oscar Piastri winning and Lando Norris securing fourth place, pushed them into the top spot in the standings, marking their first lead since early 2014. Stella emphasized the collective effort of the team in achieving this milestone, acknowledging the support from shareholders, partners, and fans. Despite the achievement, Stella remains grounded, focusing on consistent execution and further upgrades for future races. McLaren aims to improve its car’s speed to maintain a competitive edge against rivals and ensure exciting racing for fans. Stella highlighted the team’s humility in acknowledging the close competition among top teams and the need to continue pushing for improvement.
