After a stellar performance in the recent race, the Formula One world still keeps its championship hopes in Checkered‑Flag Reach. McLaren’s drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, remain inside the top‑four of the drivers’ standings and look ready for a strong finish to the 2024 season, according to commentator Stella.
McLaren stays in the drivers’ championship race
At the latest Grand Prix, the Red‑Bull‑engine‑powered McLaren chassis delivered a smooth drive from start to finish. Norris capped a lean strategy with a dazzling overtake in the final laps, earning a hard‑earned second place that pushed him to 15 points. Piastri made a daring move at the start, seizing pole and finishing a lap ahead of the rival field, adding 25 points to the team’s tally. With the win, McLaren now sits 18 points behind the leader, but in a points system that rewards consistency, the track is far from closed.
Stella believes the team has the tools to keep battling the front‑rankers. “Their new engine development is on track, and both drivers have shown that they can keep their pace even under pressure,” Stella told fans on the post‑race press conference. “If they keep this momentum, we’ll see them fighting for the drivers’ title in the last dozen races.”
How the championship leaderboard looks
The current leaders are held by Lando Norris (15 points), followed by Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton (12 points). McLaren sits three places down and 18 points behind the leaders, but the next few races offer a chance to close the gap. The championship is still open, with lesser drivers such as George Russell and Carlos Sainz also keeping their chances alive, though the distance to the front is growing.
What a second place and a win mean for the team
McLaren’s recent form has generated excitement among F1 fans. The team’s pit crew, headed by engineer Marco Gulli, announced a new aerodynamic package that should slash the drag coefficient and therefore increase straight‑line speed. The partnership with Red‑Bull power units also brings reliable power to the back‑court car.
The car’s performance is key. At the next three tracks—Monaco, Canada, and United Kingdom—tight street circuits and high‑downforce circuits will test the drivers’ skill and the tyre strategy, giving McLaren an advantage if the car performs as it should.
Upcoming race calendar
- Monaco Grand Prix – Street circuit, September 8
- Canadian Grand Prix – Edmonton street race, September 15
- British Grand Prix – Silverstone high‑speed track, October 6
- Hungarian Grand Prix – Mugello‑style layout, October 20
These events will be critical for McLaren to stay in the drivers’ championship conversation. If Norris and Piastri can maintain steady point-scoring finishes, the team could even enter a direct title conflict.
Bottom line
McLaren’s recent second place and win prove that the championship is still within reach. Stella’s optimism stems from the team’s recent performance and the continued strong partnership with Red‑Bull power units. As the 2024 Formula One season moves towards its climax, McLaren’s drivers are poised to ride a wave of momentum, and the race for the drivers’ crown remains a thrilling possibility for all F1 fans worldwide.
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