McLaren breaks silence on Lando Norris to Red Bull rumours
Andrea Stella aptly points out, Formula 1 success isn't solely about possessing the fastest car; but also including the prowess of the driver like Lando Norris.
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Max Verstappen and Lando Norris (Via IMAGO)
McLaren’s team boss, Andrea Stella, has opened up about their star driver, Lando Norris, potentially becoming Max Verstappen‘s future teammate at Red Bull. He says it is natural speculation considering the Englishman’s outstanding performance in the 2023 Formula 1 season.
Lando Norris is currently under contract with McLaren until the end of the 2025 season and has often expressed his satisfaction with the team. However, speculation about him teaming up with Max Verstappen in the future continues circulating.
Red Bull’s Dr. Helmut Marko has subtly indicated his interest in Lando Norris. The two-time world champion, Verstappen, who shares a friendship with Norris, has hinted that the primary obstacle preventing Norris from switching teams is his existing long-term contract with McLaren.
When questioned about the ongoing speculation, Stella acknowledges that it’s natural for other teams to be interested in a driver of Norris’s caliber. He mentions that if he were in another Formula 1 team, he would also consider how to acquire Norris for his team potentially. Stella claims that beyond contractual considerations, the desire to win races and championships together is a crucial factor in retaining talented drivers like Norris at McLaren.
“It’s only natural. If I were part of another team, I would certainly explore ways to acquire his talent. Our primary goal is to ensure that we do not lose him to another team. Aside from the contractual aspects, being able to win together is a special goal. I think if we give him(Norris)….. a competitive car, we won’t have a hard time keeping him,” Stella told Corriere della Sera newspaper (H&T: Next-Gen Auto.com)
McLaren aims to achieve consistent top-three finishes in the upcoming year
McLaren has impressively rebounded from its early-season difficulties, solidifying its reputation as the foremost challenger to Red Bull’s dominance in Formula 1. They have given tough competition, amassing 111 points in the constructors’ championship, currently holding the 5th position.
Andrea Stella aptly points out that Formula 1 success isn’t solely about possessing the fastest car; it involves excelling in every facet, including the driver’s prowess. “It’s not enough just to have the best car. They win because they’re the best in every area – including the driver.”
Stella, outlines the team’s ambitious goals for the upcoming seasons in Formula 1. In the second part of the current season, they aim to consolidate their progress by consistently scoring points and positioning themselves in contention for podium finishes. Looking ahead to the next year, Mclaren aspires to be among the top three podium contenders.
“In this second part of the season, we must confirm our progress,” said Stella. “Always scoring points and putting ourselves in the fight for the podium. For next year we would like to be regularly among the top three, and in 2025, we are aiming for victories.”
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