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McLaren is evaluating whether Oscar Piastri should start using some of the new suspension components that team-mate Lando Norris has adopted
The McLaren Formula 1 team is considering whether Oscar Piastri should start using some of the new suspension components that Lando Norris has adopted. Norris has been using the latest front suspension design since the Canadian Grand Prix in mid-June, with tweaks aimed at improving the driver’s feel through the steering wheel during cornering. McLaren team principal Andrea Stella mentioned a “numbness” issue felt by both drivers early in the season, leading to the suspension adjustments. However, Piastri has been hesitant to switch to the new setup, stating that he hasn’t struggled with the existing suspension and prefers consistency. While Norris has benefitted from the new suspension, Piastri’s performance with the current setup has been solid, leading McLaren to consider the differences between the two drivers’ preferences for future upgrades. Stella indicated that the differences in suspension setups may persist for the remainder of the season, as Piastri may not see the need for immediate changes like Norris.
