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McLaren managed to bring home both the drivers and constructors Championships this season, even if they felt the pressure from Max Verstappen until the last lap.

Formula One News / HITC / December 10

Lando Norris reveals the ‘kick’ he received from Andrea Stella at McLaren in 2025

Lando Norris has become the 35th Formula 1 world champion as he clinched the title by two points in 2025. The Brit came a long way to grab his first F1 crown.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 8

McLaren Boss Andrea Stella Reacts To 'Nerve-Wracking' Oscar Piastri Battle With Lando Norris

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has conceded the battle between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri on the first lap of the Formula 1 title decider was "nerve-wracking".

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 7

McLaren Boss Praises Team For Achieving F1 Success After 'Call To Elevate'

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has praised the squad for 'responding to the call to elevate' performance after a double Formula 1 world championship success was confirmed at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Formula One News / ESPN / December 6

Stella expects final race to be fair and sportsmanlike

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella is confident Sunday's title decider in Abu Dhabi will play out "within the boundaries of sportsmanship and fairness" as his two drivers go up against Red Bull's Max Verstappen for the sport's biggest prize.

Formula One News / HITC / December 1

Andrea Stella says whether Oscar Piastri will be used to boost Lando Norris in Abu Dhabi

McLaren left Qatar kicking themselves after letting a golden opportunity slip away. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were both affected by decisions that did not go their way, on a day when McLaren had the chance to wrap up their first title double since 1998.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 1

Andrea Stella: McLaren to review ‘misjudged’ Qatar GP strategy as mistakes creep in

The McLaren team boss said there was “no specific reason” for the mistakes that have crept into the team over recent race weekends McLaren boss Andrea

Formula One News / ESPN / November 30

Stella: McLaren will learn from strategy mistakes

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has explained the reasons behind his team's strategy blunder at the Qatar Grand Prix and promised to learn lessons from the mistake.

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 30

Will McLaren back Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri in Abu Dhabi? Andrea Stella confirms

Andrea Stella says McLaren will continue to give Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri equal treatment for the Abu Dhabi finale McLaren team principal Andrea

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 29

Andrea Stella explains error that forced Lando Norris to abort decisive Qatar GP qualifying lap

A near off at Turn 2 meant Norris had to abandon his final Q3 lap in Qatar McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has explained why championship leader Lando Norris was forced to abort his last flying lap at the end of qualifying for the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / November 28

Formula 1 News: McLaren’s Stella pushes for plank wear DQ rule review

(GMM) McLaren has arrived in Qatar still dealing with the fallout from its double disqualification in Las Vegas, with team boss Andrea Stella (pictured) revealing the FIA is already examining … Read More

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / November 27

Stella Speaks: Unpacking McLaren’s Vegas Heartbreak

The glitz and glamour of Las Vegas turned into a gut-punch for McLaren, and team principal Andrea Stella is weighing in. What should have been a champagne-soaked celebration after a hard-fought race ended in the cold, sterile words of disqualification.

Formula One News / ESPN / November 27

McLaren boss defends car setup despite Norris and Piastri DQs

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella insists his team did not take excessive risks with its car setup at the Las Vegas Grand Prix despite both cars getting disqualified.

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Formula One News / Motorsport / November 27

McLaren reveals findings following the disqualification in Las Vegas

The team realised “from the early laps of the race” that skid wear was a concern in the F1 Las Vegas GP Team principal Andrea Stella provided answers to the main questions following McLaren’s double disqualification last weekend, after the team completed its internal investigation.

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 16

The steps McLaren will take to overcome its Las Vegas GP weakness

McLaren has made improvements after 2024's disappointing Las Vegas GP performance, but doesn't know if it will be enough McLaren Formula 1 team boss Andrea Stella says the team has "taken action" after last year's disappointing performance at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, which has been one of its worst circuits in recent years.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / November 3

McLaren can still 'dominate races' in specific conditions – Stella

For all the focus on the Championship battle between Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen, an important development from the Mexican GP went under the radar.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / October 26

Andrea Stella offers explanation for Piastri’s lack of pace

All eyes will be on Lando Norris heading into Turn 1, with the British driver in a unique position to retake the Championship leader. Only a few months after his catastrophic mechanical failure in Zandvoort, Norris has the chance to re-take the initiative.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / October 7

McLaren could lose 'trust of our drivers' after Singapore – Stella

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella saw his personnel claim a second consecutive World Constructors Championship in Singapore. The Woking team claimed a title that was never truly in doubt – dominating the field with a MCL39 that’s supremacy has only been contested in recent weeks.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / October 5

Andrea Stella Believes McLaren’s ‘Magic’ Fades in Singapore

Andrea Stella believes McLaren's struggles are amplified on street circuits, where the team loses its "magic." In Singapore, McLaren struggled relative to its dominant form, with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris qualifying only third and fifth for the Woking-based marque.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / September 26

Can Max Verstappen Still Clinch the F1 Title: Here’s What Andrea Stella Thinks

The 2025 Formula 1 season can be summed up as being one of the most competitive in recent years. The dominance of Max Verstappen is at stake for the first time in years, and the competition is narrowing the gap.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / September 22

Stella: 'No other driver in Lando’s car would have scored more' in Baku

McLaren’s duo of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris delivered the team’s worst weekend of 2025 in Baku, bringing home just six points at round seventeen. On Piastri’s side of the garage, it was a disastrous weekend.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 6

McLaren Chief Andrea Stella Responds To 2024 Backlash

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella recently addressed criticisms and shared his aspirations for the team in 2025. After a successful 2024 season which saw the team clinch the Constructors' title, McLaren is now striving to provide both drivers with a competitive car for the new year.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / October 13, 2024

Andrea Stella reveals how Enzo Ferrari would’ve felt to see him ditch the Scuderia for McLaren

Andrea Stella is a seasoned figure in McLaren’s team and has led them to the top of the sport in less than two years. He earlier made a significant mark during his 15 years at Ferrari, where he held various engineering roles and contributed to the team’s success.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / June 2, 2024

McLaren puzzled as to why it has improved more than expected

McLaren has taken a huge step forward this season but is still determining why its gains have been more significant than expected.

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Formula One News / Yardbarker / May 6, 2024

Inside McLaren's epic one-year turnaround

McLaren driver Lando Norris won the Miami Grand Prix in grand style Sunday. The victory — Norris' first in 110 attempts and McLaren's first since 2021 — capped an incredible season of progress for the British racing team.