Dominating the F1 circuit is a dream for every team. The teams go all-out behind closed doors to improve their chances in the world championship, which adds intensity and enthrallment to the sport. While Red Bull is currently reigning the racing circuit, earlier, it was Mercedes. Similarly, the dynamics change every now and then depending on various factors.
On similar lines, McLaren is eyeing to become a dominant force. Until now, the British outfit has been shadowed by the RBR team. However, in recent times, the squad has found momentum and has been giving it back to the reigning world champions. Thus, the team boss has outlined all the requirements to achieve this dream.
McLaren Needs To Outplay Dominant Red Bull To Achieve Its Dream
Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, emphasized during a conversation on theScore the importance of excelling in every aspect of Formula 1 to win the championship. He pointed out that, in recent years, teams like Red Bull and Mercedes have dominated the sport by being the best in all areas. According to Brown, Red Bull has set a high standard with their consistently fastest cars, minimal tire degradation, and excellent pit stops, creating a complete package enabling them to win the Constructors’ Championship for the past two seasons. As of 2024, Red Bull continues to lead the standings, with Ferrari trailing by 49 points and McLaren in third place.
Further, Brown highlighted that McLaren has made significant progress, boasting two great drivers and a speedy race car. Their pit stops are strong, though there is still room for improvement. Additionally, McLaren’s reliability has become much more substantial. Moreover, he expressed optimism about their performance, noting that they are “knocking on the door” of success. Ultimately, the American businessman concluded that they should focus on making incremental improvements in every area to become a top contender.
Schumacher Picks Red Bull And Verstappen As Favorites For Barcelona
In his column for Sky Germany, Ralf Schumacher discussed the complexities of the Barcelona track and the factors that will determine success in the upcoming race. He noted that Barcelona has always been a challenging circuit and will continue to be so. According to Schumacher, the best car concept will ultimately prevail on this track, as it tends to expose the weaknesses of all cars. Moreover, Schumacher pointed out that Ferrari might again struggle with tire wear issues, which could hinder their performance. In contrast, he believes Max Verstappen will have a significant advantage with his Red Bull car, which he deems well-suited for this track. Therefore, the six-time race winner emphasized that Red Bull should have no problems at Barcelona.
The German racer mentioned McLaren, highlighting that they will perform well as all-rounders. Further, he specifically praised Lando Norris, noting his development into one of the most sought-after drivers in Formula 1. Schumacher also questioned Mercedes’ ability to build on their recent performance in Canada. He expressed some skepticism, suggesting that Mercedes might not be able to leverage its engine strengths to the same extent in Barcelona as it did in Canada. However, he remains hopeful that the team’s recent positive trend will continue.
