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McLaren’s title hopes hang by a thread: staff fear discontent could explode if drivers lose

James Taylor by James Taylor
December 4, 2025
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McLaren’s title hopes hang by a thread: staff fear discontent could explode if drivers lose

McLaren in Crisis: Inside the Team’s Silent Despair as Title Hopes Hang by a Thread

The pressure is mounting for McLaren as they approach the nail-biting finale of the 2025 Formula 1 season at the illustrious Yas Marina Circuit. Despite having showcased dominance throughout the year, whispers of discontent are echoing through the paddock as the team grapples with the looming possibility of an agonizing title loss. Guenther Steiner, the former Haas F1 team principal, has revealed a shocking insight: “They are all unhappy,” he states, hinting at a culture of fear stifling the voices within the McLaren ranks.

As the dust settles from a tumultuous race in Qatar, where a catastrophic strategic blunder cost McLaren valuable points, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Lando Norris clings to a slender lead of just 12 points over the relentless Max Verstappen, while Oscar Piastri finds himself perilously close, trailing the four-time champion by a mere four points. With the drivers’ championship hanging in the balance, every misstep feels magnified, and the tension is palpable.

The Qatar Grand Prix was a turning point, not just for the standings but for the morale within the team. McLaren’s decision to forego a pit stop during a safety car period, triggered by Nico Hulkenberg’s crash, was a miscalculation that handed Verstappen a pivotal victory and thrust him back into the title chase. This blunder came dangerously close on the heels of another disaster in Las Vegas, where both McLaren cars faced disqualification, amplifying the internal turmoil.

Steiner’s candid remarks on the Red Flags podcast reveal a troubling undercurrent: “I think they all are unhappy, but nobody voices it, because it’s a culture.” This culture, while perhaps rooted in a strong work ethic, is now being called into question as the team grapples with the weight of their championship aspirations. The pressure is immense, and the fear of repercussions for speaking out may be stifling vital feedback that could drive improvement.

Despite the palpable tension, there remains a glimmer of hope. Steiner acknowledges that McLaren still possesses the mathematical edge to clinch the championship, asserting, “They can still win it. I think they are still in the best position to win it, obviously, mathematically, they’ve still got the best car.” But this hope is precariously balanced on the knife-edge of performance, and the emotional toll on the drivers and the team could be catastrophic should they fall short.

As the clock ticks down to the Abu Dhabi showdown, the question looms large: Can McLaren turn their fortunes around, or will the cries of discontent explode into a chorus of blame and regret? If they fail to secure the title, the lid on this simmering discontent may well blow off, leaving the team to confront not only the disappointment of a lost championship but also the fractured spirit within.

The world of Formula 1 is unforgiving, and as McLaren faces this pivotal moment, fans and critics alike will be watching closely. Will they emerge victorious or succumb to the weight of their own expectations? The drama is set, and the stakes have never been higher.

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