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McLaren's Andrea Stella Warns: Red Bull Closing In

10/19/2025

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Andrea Stella, the McLaren team principal, says Red Bull has closed the gap and can compete for pole positions and victories at every circuit.
After Sprint qualifying at the United States Grand Prix, he expressed disappointment with McLaren and noted the team has not secured a pole since August.
He emphasized tire management for the upcoming race and warned Verstappen could threaten McLaren’s championship hopes as the season ends.

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Andrea Stella, the McLaren team principal, says Red Bull has closed the gap and can compete for pole positions and victories at every circuit.
After Sprint qualifying at the United States Grand Prix, he expressed disappointment with McLaren and noted the team has not secured a pole since August.
He emphasized tire management for the upcoming race and warned Verstappen could threaten McLaren’s championship hopes as the season ends.