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Norris urged to find ‘own punchline’ after Verstappen impression
Lando Norris has been encouraged to develop his own signature catchphrase after amusingly imitating Max Verstappen at the conclusion of the Dutch Grand Prix. The McLaren driver secured his second F1 victory at Zandvoort, triumphing over Red Bull’s Verstappen by a substantial 22.9-second margin, marking the largest winning gap this season. After clinching the fastest lap on the final circuit, Norris emphasized the performance of his upgraded McLaren, narrowing the points difference to 70 with Verstappen. In a post-race radio exchange, Norris nonchalantly quipped, “Uh-huh…simply lovely,” a nod to Verstappen’s customary remarks post-win. Commentator Martin Brundle highlighted Norris’ dominance over Verstappen during the race, alluding to the Briton’s stellar pace and exceptional strategy. With McLaren now in contention to overtake Red Bull in the constructors’ championship, the recent upgrades have solidified the MCL38 as a formidable competitor in the championship race.
