McLaren’s rapid progress in Formula 1 continues as they solidify their position as podium challengers this season, marking a significant turnaround since the drastic management overhaul last March. The Woking-based outfit’s technical director, James Key, departed following a dismal start to the 2023 campaign, but the team’s fortunes have changed dramatically since then.
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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has made a bold claim that Max Verstappen would have won the Canadian Grand Prix even if he were driving a McLaren or Mercedes car, showcasing the Dutch driver’s exceptional skills and race-reading abilities. Meanwhile, Lando Norris believes McLaren should have taken the top spot, while George Russell’s Mercedes showed promise from pole position. As the Formula 1 calendar moves on to Spain, fans can expect more thrilling battles between the top teams, with Verstappen and Red Bull aiming to maintain their momentum.
The FIA has unveiled a draft of Formula 1’s next rules revolution, sparking concerns over car performance. With revised regulations on the horizon, teams and the governing body are collaborating to find the right balance and optimize the sport’s future.
Christian Horner, the Red Bull team principal, has voiced doubts about the sustainability of Mercedes’ resurgence in the Formula 1 title race. Following Mercedes’ impressive pace at the Canadian Grand Prix, Horner remains cautious about the German manufacturer’s ability to challenge Red Bull’s dominance consistently across the remainder of the season.
In a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix, Lando Norris fought his way to the front of the pack, temporarily passing Formula 1 standings leader Max Verstappen and polesitter George Russell. However, a strategic decision not to immediately respond to the first safety car saw Norris miss out on his second win of the season. McLaren’s Team Principal Andrea Stella reflects on the team’s performance and the factors that contributed to the result.
In the aftermath of the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren’s Racing Director, Andrea Stella, has shed light on the subtle indicators that led him to suspect Mercedes would pose a significant threat at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Despite Mercedes’ lackluster performance in the opening eight races, Stella remained convinced that the German marque would eventually break into the top three, and his intuition was vindicated as George Russell clinched pole position and a podium finish.
Aston Martin secured a solid sixth and seventh-place finish in the thrilling Canadian Grand Prix, but the team remains cautious about its prospects at upcoming races on the Formula 1 calendar.
As Ferrari’s struggles continued at the Canadian GP, Red Bull’s Christian Horner expressed confidence in Sergio Perez’s ability to bounce back and regain his early-season form, with the Mexican driver currently fifth in the F1 standings.
Aston Martin’s Formula 1 team found momentum in Montreal, securing a sixth and seventh-place finish with Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll respectively. However, team principal Mike Krack cautioned against complacency as the team faces a challenging European leg, including the Spanish and British Grand Prix.
FIA’s Single-Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis has addressed concerns surrounding the safety and reliability of the movable aero systems set to be introduced in the 2026 Formula 1 regulations. Tombazis has revealed that driver control will be the primary focus, similar to the current Drag Reduction System (DRS), with rigorous testing to ensure failures are avoided.