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McLaren is closing in on double championship success for the first time in nearly 30 years – but there’s a key issue that needs to be fixed, according to Johnny Herbert.
Former Formula 1 driver Johnny Herbert believes that Red Bull will take advantage of McLaren’s recent slow pit stops if McLaren cannot resolve their errors. McLaren has suffered three slow pit stops in the last three races, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri being affected. Herbert suggested that these mistakes could impact the title battle and potentially benefit Max Verstappen. He pointed out McLaren’s pit stop issues and emphasized the importance of resolving them to avoid giving Red Bull an advantage. Herbert highlighted the pressure on McLaren in tight race situations and how it benefits Max Verstappen due to the strong relationship he has with his team.
