Zak Brown: How McLaren Shocked F1 & Norris vs Verstappen Rivalry (E312)

After the incredible 2024 Championship Race, Jake and Damian chats with the CEO of McLaren Racing, Zak Brown, to unpack the incredible moments and emotions surrounding the final race. Zak opens up about the behind-the-scenes moments leading up to the race day and how he fostered a winning mentality within his team. He also talks about working with Andrea Stella, the valuable lessons learned along the way, and the emotional intelligence required to support drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri through the intense highs and challenging lows of Formula 1. From leading a 1,000-strong team to making split-second, high-stakes decisions, he discusses the mindset shifts and strategies that keep McLaren at the forefront of competition. This episode offers an inspiring deep dive into leadership, teamwork, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in one of the world’s most demanding sports. 🚨 Partners Huel 👉 Get an exclusive 15% by using code: HP at: https://hppod.co/HP Payhawk 👉 See our sponsor, Payhawk in action here: https://hppod.co/Payhawk FORA 👉 Claim a free day pass at any Fora workspace and find the perfect home for your business here: https://hppod.co/FORAHP HP Foundation 👉Do you want to kick-start an evolution that will change the lives of millions of children? Find out more about the High Performance Foundation: https://hppod.co/foundation HP Corporate Events 👉Click here to book High Performance Events: https://hppod.co/corporate-events Explore offers and discounts through our other partners: https://hppod.co/partners