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McLaren boss Andrea Stella has claimed Lando Norris could’ve won the F1 Mexico City Grand Prix without his clashes with Max Verstappen earlier in the race.
“Norris managed to seize second place after Leclerc’s error, narrowing Verstappen’s lead by 10 points. Despite almost winning due to a late surge, Norris was held back by struggles with Verstappen in the first stint. Verstappen’s penalty for pushing Norris off the track further complicated the race, with McLaren’s Team Principal Stella admitting the early incidents cost them a possible victory. However, the team remains encouraged by McLaren’s competitiveness and their potential to challenge Ferrari for the remainder of the season. Stella praised Norris for maintaining composure and safety during the Verstappen incident, emphasizing the importance of securing points for both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships.”
