Stella seeks answers from Mercedes as Norris struggles with speed in Malaysia

At the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, McLaren faces challenges as Lando Norris experiences a speed deficit on the straights. Team Principal Andrea Stella highlighted the issue following a difficult qualifying session at Sepang, expressing the need for collaboration with Mercedes High Performance Powertrains to identify the root cause. Despite the struggles, Stella noted that both Norris and teammate Oscar Piastri performed well on a circuit they had never driven before. Red Bull secured pole position, demonstrating a significant advantage. The race is expected to be unpredictable due to tire degradation and the chance of rain.

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