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    Home - F1 - Why McLaren expected Red Bull to be closer at F1 Spanish GP
    F1 Updated:June 1, 2025

    Why McLaren expected Red Bull to be closer at F1 Spanish GP

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    Why McLaren expected Red Bull to be closer at F1 Spanish GP

    Mclaren Confident Ahead of Spanish GP Qualifying

    McLaren’s Formula 1 team principal, Andrea Stella, expressed surprise at the gap between his team and Red Bull Racing after qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix, despite expectations that Red Bull would challenge more closely.

    With McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris locking out the front row, the team’s performance reaffirmed their strength amidst concerns over front wing flexing regulations introduced by the FIA.

    Understanding McLaren’s Advantage

    In the lead-up to the Spanish Grand Prix, many teams speculated that new FIA regulations aimed at limiting front wing flexing would forfeit McLaren’s recent advantages on track. However, Stella confirmed, “We always thought that the impact would have been relatively negligible.” He pointed to data collected from previous testing, which indicated minimal change to the car’s performance despite aerodynamic modifications.

    Stella highlighted the MCL39’s capabilities, especially on circuits with prolonged cornering, attributing the team’s strong performance at Barcelona to this characteristic. He remarked, “In these long corners, the MCL39 seems to carry over some of the qualities of the predecessor,” drawing parallels between Barcelona and previous circuits like Zandvoort, where McLaren excelled.

    Red Bull’s Grip Struggles

    While Red Bull’s Max Verstappen maintained a competitive balance in the RB21 during qualifying, he lamented a lack of grip that hampered his performance. He admitted, “The balance was good, but we just didn’t have enough grip,” highlighting a potential area of concern for the team. This struggle for grip exacerbated the challenges posed by Barcelona’s demanding circuit layout, further widening the gap behind McLaren.

    Who has the best race startegy

    Looking ahead to the race, both teams anticipated a battle with tyre degradation potentially playing a critical role in strategy. Stella noted the importance of managing tyre wear, suggesting that effective undercuts could provide a critical advantage. As Piastri and Norris prepare to defend their position from Verstappen, the dynamics of tyre management will undoubtedly shape the race’s outcome.

    Does Verstappen’s has a chance?

    Despite his concerns, Verstappen remains focused on securing a podium finish, remarking, “My goal is to be on the podium… McLaren is doing very well here.” As the teams prepare for what promises to be an exciting race, fans are left guessing how the strategic interplay of tyre management will influence the unfolding drama on track.

    With the Spanish Grand Prix set to showcase intense competition, the implications of Piastri and Norris’s standout qualifying will undoubtedly reverberate throughout the weekend’s events.

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