Despite the chatter, McLaren remains unperturbed, acknowledging the natural curiosity surrounding such a talented driver. Stella addressed the rumors by stating, “It’s natural… If I was in another team I would try to understand how to get him as well. What we want to do is prevent that from happening to us.”
Stella emphasized that, apart from contractual considerations, McLaren’s goal is to provide Norris with a competitive environment where he can achieve success. He expressed confidence in their ability to retain Norris by offering a competitive car that can contend for victories.