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Big steps forward were made in mid-2023 and in the winter, but it won’t be for another year until the true McLaren steps forward.
Andrea Stella believes McLaren won’t showcase its full potential until the 2025 F1 season. Under Stella’s leadership, McLaren has progressed from the midfield to competing with teams battling for second place behind Red Bull. Despite significant upgrades in the 2023 MCL60, the team’s performance did not meet expectations this winter. McLaren continues to struggle with slow-speed cornering, a challenge acknowledged by drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. While a new upgrade is in the works for this season, Stella anticipates that resolving these issues will be a prolonged process, possibly taking another year. The team’s focus is on methodically developing the car to ensure competitiveness not just in 2025, but in the following years as well.
