McLaren Refuses to Rule Out Favouring a Driver in F1 Title Fight Against Max Verstappen

The scenario where McLaren will prioritise a driver in F1 title race

McLaren boss Andrea Stella is adamant it won’t prioritise Oscar Piastri or Lando Norris unless one is no longer in mathematical contention to take the Formula 1 title. Max Verstappen has admitted that he now spies the chance to retain his crown as an impressive weekend in the United States saw him win the Sprint and Grand Prix. The Dutchman has reduced the gap to championship leader Oscar Piastri, who struggled to fifth, to 40 points, with Lando…

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