Zak Brown believes that McLaren could face a genuine challenge from Ferrari in the upcoming races. The CEO of McLaren recently discussed the intense competition in Formula 1 and expressed his belief that both McLaren and Ferrari have put pressure on Red Bull and are now competing at the highest level. He also stated that Ferrari has the potential to reach first place as well.
McLaren has been performing exceptionally well recently, with their victory at the Miami GP. However, Brown emphasized that the team is not at the peak of their performance. He stressed that it would be a significant mistake to overlook anyone, especially Ferrari. Despite having a new driver to integrate, Brown highlighted that the Ferrari Team Principal is performing exceptionally well. This strong performance from Ferrari poses a threat to McLaren.
Brown also acknowledged that Mercedes cannot be underestimated in this scenario. He sees potential in the Silver Arrows. However, the Brackley team is currently in a transition phase as they have not yet decided their driver for the next season. This uncertainty creates challenges for Mercedes, despite their status as an exceptional team.
According to Brown, McLaren is in a strong position due to the exceptional talent of their drivers. He believes that his team has stability, energy, and momentum, thanks to the best pair of drivers on the grid, who bring a combination of experience and youth, which is crucial in any sport. This combination ensures that McLaren has a strong and well-balanced team, with the drivers’ experience providing wisdom and reliability. Lando Norris and his teammate play essential roles in McLaren’s ongoing success.
Furthermore, Brown stated that the team is working tirelessly to ensure that their victory in Miami is just the beginning. It is the first of many victories they intend to achieve this year. Brown expressed the team’s focus and determination to improve and achieve excellent results in the upcoming races. McLaren is prepared to face any challenges and is motivated to secure more victories and maintain their strong performance.
Overall, McLaren sees their victory in Miami as just the start of their success this season, with much more to come. They acknowledge the threat posed by Ferrari in the upcoming races and in the future. Lando Norris has a significant fan base, and Brown stated that they would be delighted if the 24-year-old driver secures more victories.
