McLaren happy with Miami GP progress despite missing victory

Formula One's Miami Grand Prix saw McLaren deliver a performance that, while not culminating in a victory, signaled a significant leap forward for the team. The upgrades introduced for this race proved highly effective, propelling Lando Norris to a second-place finish and Oscar Piastri to third in the main Grand Prix. This strong showing was preceded by a dominant sprint race performance, with Norris winning and Piastri taking second, demonstrating the immediate impact of the new developments. The combined points haul from the weekend was substantial, surpassing the team's total from the first three rounds and closing the gap to rivals like Ferrari. Team principal Andrea Stella expressed satisfaction with the progress, noting the encouraging signs and the potential for further gains with upcoming upgrades. Norris, though disappointed to miss the top step, acknowledged the team's improved competitiveness, stating they are now fighting for wins. Piastri highlighted the significant performance gap closed with rivals, particularly noting the surprise of their sprint race one-two. As reported by CNA, the team's optimism is tempered with the understanding that competitors like Mercedes are also developing, setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the season.

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We feel extremely satisfied with the weekend, very encouraged.