McLaren Explains Team Order for Oscar Piastri at US Grand Prix
Team principal Andrea Stella details why Oscar Piastri was asked to let teammate Lando Norris pass during the race at Circuit of The Americas.
According to Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories, During the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, McLaren implemented a team order asking Oscar Piastri to allow Lando Norris to overtake him. Both drivers started the race from the fourth row after qualifying, unable to challenge the leading Mercedes, Red Bull, and Ferrari cars.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella explained that the decision was made after Piastri lost time relative to Norris in the opening laps. The team aimed to maximize their overall race performance by having Norris ahead, reflecting strategic considerations during the race.
This move highlights McLaren's ongoing efforts to optimize their race results through tactical decisions between their drivers, especially in highly competitive midfield battles.