Why F1 drivers are being beaten by their own power units

Why F1 drivers are being beaten by their own power units

In the recent Belgian Grand Prix, McLaren's Oscar Piastri struggled against his teammate Lando Norris, with the main issue traced back to their Formula 1 power unit's performance rather than driving skill. Piastri's slower speed was particularly noticeable on the straights, especially during the derating phase. This suggests that the team's algorithms might need fine-tuning to ensure both drivers are on equal footing, which could be crucial for their overall competitive edge in the season. It highlights a potential area where internal technology flaws are overshadowing driver talent.

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