P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Even McLaren itself has been shocked by the impact of its Miami upgrade, and recent races have shown that it might be on a path to unlocking longer-lasting performance out of the MCL38
McLaren has experienced a surge in performance since the debut of their major car development in the 2024 Formula 1 season, which initially puzzled the team and is still being fully comprehended. The team noticed a significant improvement in speed and driver confidence with the new car updates introduced in Miami, leading to better performance in races. Team boss Andrea Stella referred to these gains as “intangibles” at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, with further evidence of slow-speed corner improvements seen in Monaco. The team acknowledges the need to fully understand the reasons behind the car’s enhanced performance in low-speed situations. Although McLaren has made significant progress, they are still working to grasp the exact factors contributing to their improved competitiveness.
