P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris has not done enough to earn total priority from McLaren at all costs but the reality of the Formula 1 season means McLaren looks set to assist him with team orders after all
Although Lando Norris has not yet earned total priority from McLaren, the team is considering using team orders to assist him in the Formula 1 season amid his title bid. With Red Bull’s struggles, McLaren is increasingly confident in Norris’s chances and also their own shot at the constructors’ championship. However, despite Norris finishing behind teammate Oscar Pisatri in recent races, McLaren has not implemented team orders. The missed opportunity at the Italian Grand Prix to gain more points against Red Bull has prompted McLaren to rethink their strategy and potentially establish ground rules to maximize their championship prospects. Moving forward, McLaren must balance both the constructors’ and drivers’ championships to ensure the best outcomes for the team and their drivers.
