McLaren CEO Defends His Drivers Amidst Verstappen Domination
The season has been dominated by Max Verstappen’s dominance in the Red Bull, igniting the age-old debate of whether it’s the driver or the car that leads to success. Verstappen himself fueled this fire, claiming he could win championships in any car, including a McLaren or Ferrari. However, McLaren CEO Zak Brown believes it takes more than just a skilled driver to reach the pinnacle of Formula 1.
While acknowledging Verstappen’s talent, Brown highlights the importance of a fast car, stating, "Max showed what it means to be a good driver in a good car. When you have a good car and a not so good driver – Sergio Pérez is a very good racer, a race winner but, obviously, not at Max’s level – you can see the difference."
Speaking on the "Sports Industry" podcast, Brown added, "If Max was in a car he wasn’t supposed to win, he’d be able to get a bit more out of it because he’s that good." However, he emphasizes that car performance cannot be disregarded: "However, it is not true that a car capable of driving in fifteenth place will make it to victory. He can win with the third fastest car. You have to have a good car and a good driver."
McLaren, facing its own internal competition between drivers this season, presents a contrasting narrative to Red Bull’s seemingly imbalanced driver pairing. Brown defends the team’s situation, "[T]here are challenges, but I would rather have two drivers fighting for the win than one fighting for the win and the other fighting for Q3. We have two great pilots with a very good, transparent and fair relationship."
He remains optimistic about this dynamic: "I think we can have the desire to beat each other because they are both team players. There are times, and this season has been, when it takes a lot of pressure, but that’s the fun."
Although Ferrari ultimately secured the Constructors’ Cup this season, McLaren boasts a highly regarded driver duo. Brown confidently asserts, "In Formula 1, you get a lot of fast drivers, but ours also keep it on the asphalt. They run hard and clean. They’re good lads, our supporters like them and the fans love them. As I have said many times, in my opinion we have the best driving pair in Formula 1."
Click here to listen to the full podcast interview with Zak Brown.
Despite the ongoing debate, one thing is clear: the success of any Formula 1 team hinges on a delicate balance between a top-tier driver and a high-performing car.
2024-11-30 09:27:00
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