McLaren's speed – and that of its drivers – doesn’t only pay dividends out on the track, it also yields crucial benefits in the pitlane thanks to the coordinated efforts of its expert crews.
In last Sunday’s Qatar Grand Prix, McLaren established a new world record in F1 for the fastest pit stop, with the team servicing Lando Norris on lap 27 of the race in a blistering 1.80s!
The astonishing new all-time best eclipsed the previous record set by Red Bull Racing at the 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix by an infinitesimal 0.002s.
At Losail, Ferrari clocked in with the second fastest pit stop, with its crews swapping all four wheels on Charles Leclerc’s SF-23 with clockwork precision in 1.98s.
McLaren’s accomplishment not only highlights the exceptional speed and efficiency of team papya’s crews but also reflects the ultimate level of teamwork and coordination within the team.
It's a testament to the dedication, skill, and synchronization of every member, demonstrating that in the high-stakes world of Formula 1, the smallest fractions of a second can be the difference between victory and defeat.
McLaren's pit stop prowess has truly set a new standard for excellence in the sport.
Check out the McLaren team’s flawless execution in the video hereunder.
Blink and you’ll miss it!
On Sunday, @McLarenF1 produced the fastest pit stop of ALL TIME! 😱
A ridiculous 1.80s stop for @LandoNorris earns them the @DHL_Motorsports Fastest Pit Stop in Qatar!
2023 leaderboard 👉https://t.co/F2dWiQGk6K#QatarGP #F1 #MomentsThatDeliver pic.twitter.com/AUKUv8VjIs
— Formula 1 (@F1) October 9, 2023
