McLaren Set to Challenge Red Bull in High-Stakes Azerbaijani Showdown

McLaren aims to surpass Red Bull in the Formula One constructors' standings this weekend in Baku, Azerbaijan. As the season's final long-haul phase begins, the team stands only eight points behind Red Bull. Key drivers, including Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, hope to capitalize on recent car upgrades to secure a win.

McLaren is poised to take on Red Bull in a high-stakes battle at the Azerbaijani Grand Prix, with the potential to top the Formula One constructors' standings. The British team is just eight points shy of Red Bull, having outperformed them consistently in recent races.

Lando Norris, trailing Red Bull's Max Verstappen by 62 points in the drivers' standings, has yet to reach the podium in Baku. His teammate, Oscar Piastri, 106 points behind, finished 11th last year. With McLaren's upgraded car looking competitive, the weekend could mark a turning point.

Max Verstappen, facing a six-race losing streak, aims to regain form after Ferrari's Charles Leclerc won the recent Monza race. Verstappen's teammate, Sergio Perez, holds a stronger record in Baku. Ferrari, Mercedes, and Haas are also optimistic about their chances in this crucial race weekend.

(With inputs from agencies.)