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Lando Norris & Co.’s Clever Tactics Tipped to Destroy Lewis Hamilton While Max Verstappen Remains Elusive

Published 08/16/2023, 10:45 AM EDT

The 2023 season began on a sour note for McLaren, as they struggled to break into the top 10, let alone challenge for a front-row position. However, a pivotal moment occurred before the British GP that changed the trajectory. They unveiled a game-changing upgrade that ignited a spark of hope. Lando Norris, leading the charge, secured an impressive P2 finish, while his teammate Oscar Piastri clinched a commendable P4. The same momentum carried on in Hungary, where Norris once again soared to P2, showcasing their newfound competitive edge.

McLaren’s transformative upgrades have piqued the curiosity of all the teams, Lewis Hamilton & Co. called it a ‘Rocketship.’ However, the track is as much a character here as the drivers and cars themselves. Each circuit presents its unique challenges, with variations in straights, corners, and surfaces influencing the ideal car setup.

The importance of tailoring a car’s aerodynamics to match the specific demands of a circuit cannot be overstated. Tracks like Monza, Spa, and Las Vegas, known for their long straights, demand lower drag configurations to optimize straight-line speed. On the other hand, high-downforce circuits like Zandvoort, Singapore, and Interlagos favor teams with superior grip and agility through corners like McLaren.

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According to BrrrakeF1 on YouTube aptly ponders, “I think McLaren could be a force to be reckoned with, and honestly, I’m not going to be surprised to see McLaren being quite strong at least in single-lap pace for the rest of the season. McLaren’s race pace and degradation in the last couple events has actually been quite strong, but I don’t see them competing with Red Bull in that arena this season, and depending on how Mercedes, Aston Martin, and Ferrari develop for the rest of the season, McLaren could make another jump in the Constructors Championship.”

It remains to be seen if Lando Norris and Co. have what it takes to unseat Lewis Hamilton, while the elusive Max Verstappen continues to maintain his grip on the front. But McLaren has set its sights on the indomitable Max Verstappen.

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Lando Norris & Co.’s quest to beat Max Verstappen

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McLaren orchestrated a calculated assault, honing in on the biggest obstacle: the formidable Max Verstappen. Harnessing the extended wind tunnel time for development, McLaren methodically outpaced rivals like Aston Martin, Ferrari, and Mercedes. However, it was Verstappen who remained the ultimate challenge. With an eye on the 2024 regulations, which are likely to remain stable, McLaren unveiled an evolutionary master plan to dethrone Verstappen.

Andrea Stella affirmed the ongoing evolution of the package, hinting at more developments before the season’s closure. Stella’s words reverberate with determination: “We are definitely working on an evolution of this package. So another round of bodywork and floor we still have to sign this off. If we are successful, then we will definitely attempt to bring it to one of the events soon after the shutdown.” Lando Norris has stood firmly behind this mission.

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Vidhita is an F1 writer at EssentiallySports. Driven by her deep passion for motorsports and a love for the exhilaration of speed. Since 2016, she has been captivated by the world of F1 after watching a race with a relative, and her fascination has only grown stronger over the years.

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