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Martin Brundle reveals shocking McLaren bias theory: does Lando Norris hold an unfair advantage?

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
December 29, 2025
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Martin Brundle reveals shocking McLaren bias theory: does Lando Norris hold an unfair advantage?

SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE - OCTOBER 05: Lando Norris of Great Britain and McLaren celebrates with his team after winning the Constructors Championship during the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on October 05, 2025 in Singapore, Singapore. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

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Title: Is McLaren Favoring Lando Norris? Martin Brundle Weighs In on the Controversial Bias Debate!

In a season buzzing with excitement and tension, Formula 1 racing has seen its fair share of drama, especially in the intense battle for the 2025 championship. As Lando Norris soared to his first Drivers’ title, questions have emerged surrounding the dynamics within the McLaren team, with accusations of bias favoring Norris over his teammate Oscar Piastri. Former F1 racer and current Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle has boldly stepped into the fray, suggesting that while McLaren may not consciously favor Norris, there could be a “subconscious” bias at play.

Brundle’s insights come amidst a backdrop of heated speculation and unproven claims circulating on social media. As the fierce competition unfolded, McLaren maintained a resolute stance against prioritizing either driver. Their strategy, designed to foster equality, ultimately proved fruitful: McLaren clinched the Constructors’ Championship with six races to spare, thanks in part to Norris’s remarkable performance.

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However, the narrative took a twist during pivotal moments of the season, particularly the controversial pit stop during the Monza race. In a move that sent shockwaves through the paddock, Piastri, who was ahead on the track, was ordered to let Norris pass after a slow pit stop, igniting a firestorm of allegations regarding favoritism. Was this a mere tactical decision or a sign of something deeper?

Brundle, when asked directly if he believes McLaren is favoring Norris, responded thoughtfully, “Subconsciously, possibly. Remember, he’s been there since 2017, and Lando, when he could have gone to another team, when McLaren were last and nowhere, he was like, ‘I’m staying here. I believe in this team.’ So I think he’s got some currency from that.” This loyalty, according to Brundle, has undoubtedly built a rapport that could influence team dynamics.

Despite Brundle’s nuanced perspective, he emphasized that McLaren’s leadership has strived for fairness and equity between their two star drivers. “They’ve got two bulls in one field, and they want to run it like that. That’s why they’ve got 800 points in the Constructors’ Championship, and their nearest rival is late 400 points. So something’s working, but whatever they’ve done, the perception, which is more important than reality, probably, is that they found they favor Lando,” he explained.

Adding fuel to the fire, 2016 World Champion Nico Rosberg, also a Sky Sports analyst, noted Norris’s immense popularity within the sport. “I think Lando, at the moment, is the most popular driver in the sport, and I think internally, also he’ll be very popular. So that is one side. But I believe McLaren really tries to treat their drivers absolutely equally,” Rosberg asserted.

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown weighed in on the issue during a recent talkSPORT appearance, stating, “You keep them happy by treating them equally, fairly, equitably, great communications.” However, he acknowledged that dissatisfaction is a common occurrence in competitive environments. “They have days that they’re not happy, but that’s sport, right?” Brown added, highlighting the inherent challenges teams face in maintaining harmony among drivers.

As the dust settles on this sensational season, the debate over potential bias within McLaren lingers, posing an intriguing question: Is it loyalty or favoritism that has propelled Lando Norris to the pinnacle of Formula 1? With the championship now in the rearview mirror, fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see how McLaren navigates the complexities of driver relationships in the future.

Stay tuned for more gripping insights and behind-the-scenes revelations from the heart of Formula 1 as this story continues to unfold!

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