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Nico Rosberg has addressed both McLaren’s strong F1 form and its use of team orders.
Nico Rosberg believes McLaren is on a positive spiral in F1 and has defended their team orders stance. McLaren is leading the constructors’ standings by 41 points, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri closing in on the team’s first title since 1998. However, McLaren has not guaranteed Norris will be prioritized despite their success. Rosberg praises McLaren’s transformation from back-markers to championship contenders, calling it “magical” and believes they will continue to improve. McLaren’s team orders have faced criticism, particularly in races where Norris lost crucial points to Verstappen. Rosberg feels it was premature to impose team orders on Piastri, who remains a contender and has indicated willingness to cooperate if needed.
