P1racenews AI automatic summary:
McLaren is wary it’s risking a repeat of 2007 by treating its two drivers equally
McLaren acknowledges the risk of a repeat of the infamous 2007 season with Alonso and Hamilton, but believes having two strong drivers like Piastri and Norris is worth it. The team is committed to treating its drivers equally, unlike Red Bull’s favoritism towards one driver. In the 2025 championship, both McLaren drivers are free to race each other closely with different strategies, presenting risks of conflict as evenly-matched drivers compete. Despite the potential pitfalls, McLaren CEO Zak Brown insists on the importance of having two competitive drivers even if it echoes the turbulent 2007 season. The circumstances in 2025 differ from 2007, as Norris and Piastri don’t have the same established hierarchy within the team as Alonso and Hamilton did back then. The team aims to balance competitive racing while avoiding favoritism to create a cohesive and successful environment for both drivers and the team as a whole.
