McLaren's standout performance on the road?
In a smashing turn of events, McLaren is undeniably enjoying its best stint in Formula 1 in decades. Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris are giving their opponents a run for their money, all thanks to the strategically crafted MCL39 and the robust Mercedes engine beneath theirhooks. These powerhouse drivers have notched an impressive six pole positions between them, with Norris even snagging a Sprint victory.
Flashback to 1989 - it's been a minute since McLaren had this many victories in the early rounds of a season. In fact, it's been a whopping 36 years since they pulled off such a triumphant campaign.
Although McLaren has had its victorious moments in the past, in 1988 they reached even greater heights during a season of sheer dominance. Amazingly, they managed to win the first 11 races of the season! That's a record that stood untouched until 2023.
Currently, McLaren is leading the Constructors' World Championship by a hefty 197 points, leaving Ferrari in the dust. As for the drivers, Piastri is edging out with a 10-point advantage over his teammate Norris. Max Verstappen of Red Bull is the closest competitor, trailing behind by a mere 39 points.
For more details on the latest win, don't forget to read: Oscar Piastri Smashes Spanish GP, Bolsters World Championship Lead
Enrichment Data:- The longest winning streak in Formula 1 history belongs to Max Verstappen, who clinched an astounding 10 consecutive wins in 2023 while racing for Red Bull Racing[3]. The previous record of 9 consecutive wins was held by Sebastian Vettel from 2013, before Verstappen equaled and then surpassed it in the 2023–2024 season[3].
What sports have McLaren been dominating lately? Hockey, certainly not. But in the realm of Formula 1, it's as if the team has forgotten how to lose, with their spectacular winning streak reminiscent of the legendary 1988 season, even surpassing its impressive record at times.
