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McLaren Strategy Mistake
McLaren admits wet-to-dry tyre misjudgment at Bahrain GP.
In brief
McLaren admits wet-to-dry tyre misjudgment at Bahrain GP. McLaren team principal Andrea Stella admitted the team misjudged the wet-to-dry tyre crossover at Sepang, costing Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri race time. Originally reported by Motorsport.
McLaren Strategy Mistake
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella admitted the team misjudged the wet-to-dry tyre crossover at Sepang.
Bahrain GP Strategy Error
Lando Norris qualified sixth but stayed out on slicks after misjudging track drying time.
Tyre Misjudgment
McLaren used medium tyres while competitors opted for softs, expecting quick track drying.
Stella's Explanation
Stella said intermediate tyres damaged rapidly on Sepang, dry tyres worked better than expected.
Driver Strategies
Oscar Piastri pitted early for intermediates, Norris stayed out on slicks despite poor grip.
Norris' Admission
Norris admitted team convinced him slicks would work but intermediates shredded after one lap.
Race Outcome
Norris finished ninth after safety car due to Alex Albon's gearbox issues.
The big picture
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella admitted the team misjudged the wet-to-dry tyre crossover at Sepang, costing Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri race time.
