F1: Stella sees McLaren with the “strongest duo” of the 2026 season

F1: Stella sees McLaren with the "strongest duo" of the 2026 season

Andrea Stella has full confidence in his Formula 1 driver duo. For the McLaren boss, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are among the strongest drivers on the current world championship grid.

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After four rounds contested in a 22-date calendar, the British team occupies third place in the Constructors’ Championship with 94 points. After a slow start, the Briton won the Sprint in Miami, while both drivers reached the podium on GP Sunday.

(L to R): Oscar Piastri (AUS) McLaren F1 Team and Lando Norris (GBR) McLaren F1 Team on the drivers' parade.

Therefore, taking a quick look at the 2026 Formula 1 championship and the rivals, Stella is satisfied with his drivers. “I think we saw at McLaren, so to speak, that in Japan, with a car that was not yet competitive, Oscar was in a position to fight for the win again and secure a podium,” said the Italian.

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“Oscar confirmed a podium here [in Miami] and Lando, a win in the sprint and in the fight for the win here. When we look specifically at the constructors’ championship, I think, from the drivers’ point of view, we probably have the strongest duo. We want to capitalize on this strength we have at McLaren, but we need to make the car a little faster.”

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