Max Verstappen has spilled the beans on the secret behind McLaren’s huge success in the world of Formula 1.
McLaren’s meteoric rise has taken the F1 world by storm, especially this summer. The reigning champion recently pinpointed what he believes is driving this sudden domination. However, after studying race data, Max Verstappen revealed what could very well be the key to McLaren’s success.
A technical advantage that changes everything
McLaren’s ability to shine in high-speed corners has truly impressed the Dutch driver. According to him, this is exactly where the British team’s Formula 1 car finds its edge.
Telemetry data shows that McLaren can tackle these parts of the track with blistering speed. This gave them a massive advantage over the competition. Verstappen then insists this is the core of their success. This performance comes down to several factors. And that includes optimized aerodynamics that create exceptional downforce and outstanding grip.
But this isn’t exactly a secret inside the team. McLaren has openly confirmed that their main goal was to maximize performance in fast corners. At the moment, only teams like Red Bull as well as Ferrari can keep up. And that shows just how big McLaren’s advantage really is.
Verstappen confronts the secret behind McLaren’s success
McLaren’s stunning performances have forced the champion to acknowledge the strength of his main rival. Also, in an interview, Verstappen described their advantage as “incredible”. That sentiment is echoed by many drivers on the grid, who have all witnessed just how quickly the team has progressed.
McLaren’s dominance in high-speed corners gives them a head start over everyone else. This allowed them to offset any disadvantages on other sections of the track. Now, Max Verstappen and his team must work even harder to understand the secret of McLaren’s success.
What makes them so effective? But more importantly, how can anyone find a way to beat them?
