Despite securing their first race wins of the season, McLaren’s Formula 1 strategy woes continue to hinder their chances of consistent success, according to former F1 strategist Bernie Collins. In a revealing interview, Collins attributes the team’s struggles to a lack of independence and a committee-driven approach, urging them to adapt to new challenges as they move up the grid.
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McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has admitted that the team’s decision not to double stack their drivers during the intense rainfall at the 2023 British Grand Prix was driven by ‘greed.’ The strategic error ultimately backfired, costing them valuable positions and a potential race win. Stella’s candid reflections provide valuable insights into the complexities of F1 strategy decisions and the lessons McLaren has learned moving forward.
In this week’s Akkodis race debrief, Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team’s Technical Director James Allison reflects on the team’s triumphant Austrian Grand Prix weekend, delving into the intricacies of stint lengths and the broader implications of the victory for the entire team at Brackley and Brixworth.
Fresh off a near-miss win in Montreal, Lando Norris believes McLaren is close to matching Red Bull’s pace. The British driver emphasizes that it’s the ‘small things’ – split-second decisions and fine-tuned processes – that will help his team overcome the reigning champions.
Max Verstappen demonstrated his racing prowess by claiming his 60th career win in the Canadian Grand Prix, overcoming close competition and treacherous winter-like conditions at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. The three-time Formula 1 champion praised the strategic calls made by the Red Bull pit wall, which played a crucial role in his triumph.