McLaren approaches the Japanese Grand Prix aiming to leave behind the setbacks from the recent Chinese Grand Prix, where neither Lando Norris nor Oscar Piastri were able to start the competition. Following a season marked by complications, the team’s director, Andrea Stella, has expressed his determination to prevent the same mistakes from happening again.
This incident was one of the most surprising in the team’s history. The circumstances that led to both drivers being unable to participate are unique: it is the first time McLaren has missed two races in a single season since the United States Grand Prix in 2005.
Stella clarified that the problems originated in the electrical system of the power unit. “In China, we faced an exceptional situation. The battery failures, although different, coincided throughout the weekend,” he commented. Both McLaren’s technical team and Mercedes-Benz High Performance Powertrains are working together to ensure it does not happen again.
The team leader stated: “We have full confidence that appropriate corrective measures have been applied. We are prepared for a more consistent performance, hoping that finally Oscar can participate actively, as he has not been able to compete this season.” All eyes will be on the start of the Japanese Grand Prix, an opportunity to regain the course and rise from these difficult moments.
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