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McLaren performance challenges in Formula One

Overview

Lando Norris reported difficulties with the McLaren MCL40 during a qualifying session at the Sepang International Circuit. Norris identified a deficit in straight-line speed as the primary issue, noting that the car loses time during acceleration on long straights despite strong corner exits.

Team principal Andrea Stella confirmed the deficiency, stating it can cost between “one and two tenths of a second per lap.” The team attributed the performance gap to the Mercedes power unit not being fully optimized for the car. Technical limitations and high tyre degradation due to the abrasive track surface are expected to impact McLaren’s race strategy.

Entities

Formula One Management · Max Verstappen · Oscar Piastri · Carlos Sainz · Matthew Savage

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 2 SOURCES] McLaren recorded a net loss in 2025 despite winning both the Drivers' and Constructors' championships.
[● 2 SOURCES] Lando Norris secured the Drivers' Championship for McLaren in 2025.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The team's turnover reached approximately £588.5 million in 2025.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The 2025 net loss was reported as £17.36 million GBP.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The team's cost of sales rose significantly to £534.3 million in 2025.

Timeline

25 days ago

[SPORTS] 16 sources
Lando Norris struggles with straight-line speed at Sepang
Lando Norris faces frustration at the Sepang Grand Prix after qualifying sixth, citing a critical lack of straight-line speed caused by Mercedes power unit issues.
27 days ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Williams Racing halves annual financial loss in 2025
Williams Racing halved its annual financial loss to £25.115 million in 2025, driven by improved F1 championship standings and increased turnover, despite a decrease in total cash reserves.

Sources

ajaxshowtime.com · auto-moto.com · autogear.pt · autoracing.com.br · f1head.nl · f1i.fr · f1mania.net · formosadeportiva.com.ar · fr.motorsport.com · gpblog.com · grandprix247.com · motorsport.com · motorsportweek.com · racingnews365.com · racingnews365.nl · sport1.pl · sportsoftheday.com · voetbalbelgie.be