This weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix represents another weekend where Mclaren F1 Team can further cement their third place in the Constructors’ Championship, after an exceptional start to the season.
With Lando Norris having finished in the top five at every race so far this season, and Daniel Ricciardo making progress at every race, Mclaren have plenty of reasons to look forward to this weekend.
Portugal was a challenging grand prix for the team, especially on Saturday, where Ricciardo was knocked out during the first qualifying. Mclaren Team Principal Andreas Seidl is hoping for a smoother qualifying this weekend in Barcelona, with overtaking being profoundly difficult at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
“After a great recovery from a tricky Saturday in Portimão, we head into the Spanish Grand Prix aiming to have a slightly smoother weekend.” Said Seidl. “Any double-header comes with logistical challenges, and the team at both the factory and the track have done an excellent job making sure we’re well prepared to go racing again so soon after Portugal.“
He continued: “As always, qualifying is an important part of the weekend, but particularly so at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, where overtaking can be difficult. We’ve made a strong start to the season but we know we mustn’t get complacent, especially when we see how close the competition is.
“Lando has had a great start to the season and remains in good form, while Daniel is really starting to show his confidence in the car, with last Sunday’s battle back into the points proving the progress he’s making. We’re looking forward to seeing what he can do when he’s totally comfortable.“
“Another weekend, another chance to score some good points. Let’s go racing!”
