McLaren acknowledges struggles in challenging F1 season ahead of Monaco GP

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella stated the team's performance has been "below our expectations" after a difficult start to the 2026 Formula 1 season. McLaren is currently 113 points behind Mercedes in the Constructors' Championship after five races, with both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri failing to earn points in Canada. Despite the struggles, Stella remains hopeful for improvements at the upcoming Monaco Grand Prix, where they aim to replicate their victory from last year. The team will reassess their strategies and car development in light of recent performance issues.