McLaren is gearing up for the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix with a fresh batch of upgrades designed not only to boost performance in the remaining races but also to lay the crucial foundational groundwork for next year's charger. The Woking-based squad has taken this aggressive development path after admitting they previously lost ground in the fierce aerodynamic development race against their closest rivals.
Throughout the current campaign, the MCL40 has proven to be an underwhelming concept at times, forcing Lando Norris and the team to fight tooth and nail for podium places. Team Principal Andrea Stella, speaking to media including Motorsport Week, explained that struggles in qualifying sessions frequently hindered their starting grid positions, compromising potential victories at venues like Austin and Mexico.
Nevertheless, a strong momentum shift arrived last weekend in Sao Paulo, where a sweeping package featuring a brand-new front wing concept, floor revisions, and updated rear wings propelled Norris to a dominant victory. Stella emphasized that this successful update clearly demonstrates the team's ongoing ability to transform factory development into tangible on-track speed.
"These upgrades, first of all, will be complemented by some more parts that will come in Las Vegas, and they form the foundation for what will be next year's car," Stella explained regarding the team's aerodynamic trajectory.
Looking ahead, Stella also praised the pit wall's execution under tricky mixed weather conditions, contrasting it with past disappointments in events like Canada. Armed with new parts in Sin City, McLaren aims to bounce back strongly and banish the memories of a difficult double disqualification from last season.
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