While Norris acknowledged that Baku is a track where McLaren traditionally performs well, he emphasized that the upgrade had a positive impact on the team’s performance. He admitted to being somewhat reserved in his judgment but confirmed that the upgrades moved the car in the right direction.
Although Norris believed that McLaren would still have had a strong weekend in Baku even without the upgrades, he credited them for helping the team progress. The enhancements have undoubtedly provided McLaren with a boost, aligning the car’s performance with their aspirations for the season.
