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Lando Norris has argued that the competitive advantage McLaren boasts in F1 should not all be attributed to how the team’s 2025 car interacts with the tyres.
Lando Norris argues that McLaren’s competitive advantage in Formula 1 should not be solely credited to their 2025 car’s interaction with tires. Despite initial expectations, McLaren has shown strong performance in the first six races, winning all but one. While rivals can challenge McLaren over one lap, they struggle to keep up during races. Norris emphasized that McLaren’s pace is not solely due to tire management but also to the car’s overall balance and performance. The team’s focus is on maintaining their advantage on Sundays, even as they work to improve their Saturday performance. Norris recognizes the importance of balancing speed in qualifying with maintaining a strong race pace.
