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Stella Clarifies Norris Straightline Speed Issue
McLaren's Andrea Stella explains Lando Norris' recurring straightline speed deficit in Bahrain GP qualifying.
In brief
McLaren's Andrea Stella explains Lando Norris' recurring straightline speed deficit in Bahrain GP qualifying. McLaren's Andrea Stella confirmed Lando Norris' power unit lacks straightline speed, costing him 0.1-0.2s per lap in Bahrain GP qualifying. Originally reported by Motorsport.
Norris' Straightline Speed Issue
Lando Norris struggled with straightline speed during Azerbaijan Grand Prix qualifying, repeating in Malaysia.
Stella Explains Power Unit Deficit
McLaren's Andrea Stella confirmed Norris' power unit lacks straightline speed, causing a lap time deficit.
Quantifiable Speed Deficit
Stella said Norris' car loses 0.1-0.2 seconds per lap due to reduced straightline speed.
Statistical Impact
The deficit affects Norris' lap times when slipstreaming from cars 4 seconds ahead.
Possible Causes
Stella noted external factors like chassis or drag could cause the speed deficit, not just power unit issues.
Next Steps
McLaren will investigate further changes but only for Singapore Grand Prix.
Here's the gist
McLaren's Andrea Stella confirmed Lando Norris' power unit lacks straightline speed, costing him 0.1-0.2s per lap in Bahrain GP qualifying.
