P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris and McLaren were at the centre of a team order controversy at the Hungarian Grand Prix earlier this season.
During the Hungarian Grand Prix, Lando Norris admitted that the team order drama was amplified by the uncertainty surrounding the situation. He was instructed by his team to let his teammate Oscar Piastri pass him after taking the lead by pitting earlier. Norris complied after a lengthy debate over team radio, allowing Piastri to secure his first F1 victory. Norris acknowledged that better communication could have led to a different outcome, emphasizing the importance of trust within the team. He mentioned that both sides could have improved their understanding of each other’s intentions to avoid confusion. McLaren, aiming to win its first F1 title since 2008, currently trails Red Bull by 42 points in the constructors’ championship standings.
