Like McLaren, Lando Norris has also taken a step forward this season. Having competitive equipment over time, the Englishman changed dimension during the year. His victory in Miami last May freed him from a burden and the very good development of his team allowed him to attack practically every Grand Prix with the ambition of playing the leading roles since.
Runner-up to Max Verstappen, the kid from Bristol should – barring a huge turnaround – miss the champion title. However, at McLaren the satisfaction regarding him as the end of the year approaches is total.
« Without a doubtanswers Andrea Stella when asked if Lando Norris has grown as a pilot in 2024. Lando handles this situation (to fight for the title) in a way that we enjoy. He is now a very mature pilot. [Il est] fast and his technique continues to improve.
The attitude, what he learns from each situation… we see it race after race. Lando now has the maturity necessary to prevail in this type of fight, against one of the best drivers in the history of Formula 1. » If this seems difficult for 2024, Lando Norris should undoubtedly arrive better prepared for 2025.
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