
Why McLaren feels the best drivers can still make a difference under F1 2026 rules
·Updated 21 hrs ago·41 pts
McLaren believes top drivers can still influence races despite F1 2026 software controls.
- Drivers criticized heavy software intervention in car control.
- McLaren last year's constructors' champions emphasize driver talent remains crucial.
Amid much criticism from the drivers about the heavy-handed intervention of software in their control of the car, last year’s constructors’ championship-winning team says talent still counts
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