Why McLaren’s ‘fair and square’ Hungarian strategy split could repeat itself at Zandvoort

The differing strategy used by Lando Norris in Hungary saw him come out on top of an intra-team battle for the win, in a year which has usually seen he and Oscar Piastri embark on the same strategy in a bid to ensure fairness.

While not yet a mathematical certainty, the two McLaren drivers are realistically fighting for the F1 2025 title between themselves and, in a bid to ensure an equal chance is given to both, the Woking-based squad is doing its utmost to ensure neither driver receives preferential treatment in any way – including strategically.

Lando Norris’ surprise benefit from unexpected strategy split in Hungary

A month ago, at the Hungarian Grand Prix just before the summer shutdown, Norris unexpectedly benefitted from a mid-race strategy call that saw him come on top in what w