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McLaren’s Andrea Stella laments lost points in China: are they falling behind Mercedes?

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March 19, 2026
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McLaren’s Andrea Stella laments lost points in China: are they falling behind Mercedes?

Title: McLaren's Dismal Performance in China: Team Principal Andrea Stella Laments Lost Points Against Mercedes and Ferrari

In a shocking turn of events, McLaren finds itself grappling with a staggering 80-point deficit in the Constructors' Championship after just two race weekends, leaving team principal Andrea Stella visibly frustrated. The team's disastrous outing in China saw both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri retire before the race even began, a setback that Stella described as “the most damaging aspect” of their weekend.

Stella’s candid admission highlights the gravity of their situation: “The points lost in this championship are what hurt us the most. Right now, it appears that Mercedes is operating in a league of its own, while we are only slightly closer to Ferrari. Our ambition is to compete for significant results, but as it stands, we are losing precious ground.”

The McLaren mastermind acknowledged the importance of every point in a season that promises fierce competition. “These points could prove crucial by the end of the season,” he stressed, underlining the significance of their struggle in the early stages of the championship.

Despite the setbacks, Stella remains optimistic about McLaren’s learning curve with the MCL40 car. He stated that the Australian weekend and the Sprint in China have provided valuable insights, saying, “We are learning quite rapidly. We believe we are in a good position now, especially regarding the utilization of our power units.”

However, he lamented that more data would have been beneficial, further emphasizing, “What we regret the most is not having secured points for the championship.” As McLaren looks to rebound from this early season blow, the pressure is mounting. The question looms large: can they close the gap to the giants of Mercedes and Ferrari, or will this season be marked by missed opportunities?

With the stakes higher than ever, all eyes will be on McLaren as they try to salvage their championship hopes in the races to come.

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