In Formula 1, a quick getaway can shape the entire outcome of a race—especially on circuits where track position is everything. The term “clean air is king” is more than driver jargon; it describes how critical it is to get out front early and preserve tyre life.

Lando Norris says the technical directive introduced for the Spanish F1 Grand Prix had zero impact on McLaren’s performance as they clinched their third 1-2 finish of the year. Norris finished second behind McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.