Fast Five: How age positions McLaren for success, Christian Horner debriefs Max’s 9th win in a row, and other big updates

How age positions McLaren for success

Despite a less eventful start to the 2023 season, McLaren has excelled in the battle behind Red Bull and Verstappen, with five different teams securing second-place finishes and six teams landing podium spots. Initially considered slower, McLaren's strategic upgrades to Lando Norris and rookie Oscar Piastri's cars have yielded remarkable results, with Norris and Piastri, aged 23 and 22 respectively, providing a competitive advantage. This duo sets McLaren apart by offering stability and talent, in contrast to other teams grappling with older drivers or inconsistent performances, positioning McLaren strongly for the future as long as their competitiveness endures.

Click here to read the full article by Asher Fair (beyondtheflag.com)

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Christian Horner’s thoughts on Max’s 9th win in a row

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Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner opens up to Sky Sports on Max’s win after a chaotic race in Zandvoort. Hear how the team thought about race strategy and more.

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Verstappen fought the rain for his ninth straight win

Max Verstappen achieved a remarkable ninth consecutive victory in a tumultuous Dutch Grand Prix affected by rain. Despite starting from pole position, Verstappen dropped to 13th as several drivers, including his teammate Sergio Perez, switched to wet tires due to a sudden downpour. He reclaimed the lead on lap 13 of 72 before a race interruption caused by a crash by Zhou Guanyu. After a 43-minute break for barrier repairs, Verstappen secured victory in a six-lap sprint to the finish, matching Sebastian Vettel's record. Fernando Alonso and Pierre Gasly completed the podium after Sergio Perez's penalty. 

Click here to read the full article on thewest.com

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Zak Brown on McLaren's success

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Zak Brown, the CEO of McLaren, discusses how McLaren achieved an impressive rise to the top of F1.

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Stroll dispels rumors of a tennis career

During the silly season, a rumor emerged that Lance Stroll was considering a switch from racing to professional tennis, gaining traction when journalist Ben Anderson mentioned it during the summer break. However, this rumor was quickly dismissed with Stroll himself laughing off the idea, joking that he'd need to improve his tennis skills before facing players like Djokovic and Alcaraz. He clarified that his focus is solely on racing, and while he acknowledged that all drivers may eventually reconsider their careers, he's currently dedicated to racing.

Click here to read the full article by Mark Scott (planetf1.com)