McLaren's Strategic Error in Qatar Grand Prix
Update: 2025-12-01
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McLarens strategic blunder at the Qatar Grand Prix, failing to pit during an early safety car period, has sparked debate. The team aimed to preserve tires for later, but most others pitted, forcing later stops. Initially, observers blamed McLarens papaya rules for managing drivers Norris and Piastri. However, former F1 driver Martin Brundle suggested the team misread the race situation, anticipating another safety car opportunity. Brundle believed McLaren should have either pitted both cars or split their strategy, as the tires didnt degrade as expected, and Max Verstappen proved too fast. Piastri, who dominated the race, was visibly disappointed after the teams key mistake cost them a potential victory.
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