After winning the 2025 Formula One season opener in Australia, McLaren's team principal Andrea Stella expressed surprise at the car's competitiveness. Lando Norris led from pole to secure victory, with Oscar Piastri also performing strongly. The race, marked by safety car interruptions and wet conditions, showcased McLaren's potential. Their aggressive winter development strategy appears to have paid off, allowing Norris and Piastri to maintain speed while managing tyre wear better than rivals Mercedes and Ferrari. Stella is optimistic that this competitive edge could be crucial during the season ahead.
"Norris and Piastri were able to exploit the pace of the MCL39 but also notably to really lean on its tyres while doing so, rather than having to manage their rubber."
"It is a little bit of a surprise for us as to how competitive the car is but a surprise in terms of the extent; it's not a surprise in terms of the objectives."
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