McLaren's Zak Brown talks mentality in tight race for F1 constructors' championship

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown tells reporters about his mindset with his eyes on a possible F1 constructors' championship.

LAS VEGAS – The McLaren Formula 1 Racing Team entered the Las Vegas Grand Prix in first place in the Constructors' Championship standings, hoping to win their first title since 1998.

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have both proven to be formidable forces on the racetrack throughout the entire season and hold a narrow lead over Ferrari and Red Bull. A 1-2 finish for the McLaren drivers will help the team get ever closer to that title.

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McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia drives during the final practice session for the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix auto race on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023 in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)

However, McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown made clear on Thursday he is taking it one step at a time. He spoke to the media as he touted the team’s partnership with Mastercard.

"I think we have a good chance," he said. "Ferrari may be the team to beat this weekend. I think we’ve got a very strong race car with two awesome racing drivers. It’s a little bit of a home race for me – not necessarily from Las Vegas, it’s my home country. So, for me, it feels a little bit more special.

"It’s a fantastic venue, of course. It’s our first race together with (the Mastercard) brand on our race car. It’s very exciting. We have a tremendous amount of support, and we’re counting down to race weekend. For me, if we can win this race or extend our Constructors' lead, it would be a successful weekend."

Norris is also driving in hopes of staying alive for a world championship. A win for Norris would keep him alive in the title fight with Red