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McLaren cannot fix F1 car handling until 2027, says Stella

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella concedes the team cannot improve its Formula 1 car handling characteristics without fundamental changes, which will not be possible until 2027. The team plans a late-season upgrade push to close the gap to Red Bull.

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How the sources differ

F1i leads on the upgrade push to close the gap to Red Bull, while Motorsport.com and Autosport both focus on Stella's concession that fundamental changes are needed, and The Race highlights the need for something more fundamental. The official FIA document is not present, so no additional ruling is established.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete explanation of Stella's concession and the technical context, with a clear image and no paywall, making it the best first read.

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