McLaren CEO Zak Brown acknowledged that the team's chances of winning the Constructors' Championship depend on Red Bull driver Sergio Perez since an improvement
McLaren's recent resurgence has showcased the MCL38's ability to outperform Red Bull's RB20 on multiple occasions. Both McLaren drivers, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, have secured victories this season, mirroring the success seen with Mercedes' George Russell and Lewis Hamilton.
The Mexican driver was on the verge of being ousted by his team during the summer break, despite securing a contract extension for the next year in June. However, he has been given a chance to improve his form, which concerns Brown because that could cause Red Bull to maintain its lead in the championship, considering there are ten races to go before the end of the season. Speaking to"I think it's going to come down to the last race. There's not much between the cars.
McLaren's resurgence began with significant upgrades introduced during the Miami Grand Prix, which saw Lando Norris clinch his first-ever Formula 1 victory. Last season, Red Bull dominated the championship by winning 21 out of 22 races, but this year, they've only managed to secure 7 wins in the 14 races so far. Brown expressed surprise at how quickly rival teams, including McLaren, have managed to catch up with Red Bull's pace, marking a dramatic shift in the competitive landscape.
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