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Lando Norris believes McLaren must not rest on its laurels following practice Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
Lando Norris expressed concerns to McLaren about their current performance despite leading both practice sessions at Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
Although Norris was outpaced by his teammate Oscar Piastri at Imola, the McLaren MCL39 exhibited a significant speed advantage over other teams, with Pierre Gasly’s Alpine being the closest competitor in FP2.
However, Norris anticipates a potential challenge from Red Bull and Mercedes in qualifying, as McLaren tends to be strong on Fridays but faces tougher competition in subsequent sessions.
Despite the improvements made during Friday’s practice, Norris acknowledges the difficulty of achieving precision at high speeds on the demanding track.
He remains cautious about McLaren’s position, recognizing that Alpine and other teams could pose a threat, emphasizing the need for continuous development to stay competitive.
