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McLaren operated under a new Team Principal this season as Andrea Stella took over the helm of the squad. Post-season, he has received praise from Lando Norris.
Lando Norris has praised the impact of Andrea Stella on the McLaren team since taking over as Team Principal this year. Stella, who joined McLaren in 2015 from Ferrari, has held various positions within the team including Performance Director and Racing Director. McLaren initially struggled at the beginning of the season but made significant progress throughout, finishing with nine podiums and fourth in the Constructors’ Championship. While Norris acknowledges the efforts of the entire team, he specifically credits Stella for his leadership and the positive impact he has had on McLaren. Norris expresses his gratitude and says he couldn’t ask for a better team principal.