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Norris Mexico GP "masterpiece" reminded Stella of Alonso’s F1 Valencia 2012 win
Despite starting 17th on the grid due to a poor lap time in qualifying, Lando Norris put on an impressive performance in the Mexico City race, overtaking several cars to finish fifth, even after setbacks such as a red flag and a poor restart. McLaren team boss Stella compared Norris’ drive to one of Fernando Alonso’s greatest wins in 2012, highlighting the quality of his performance. The team was amazed by Norris’ ability to make so many overtakes on a circuit known for its difficulty in passing, while also managing power unit temperatures and employing lift and coast tactics. Although they were pleased with the outcome, Norris and the team were left pondering what could have been if they had qualified better. Despite the frustration, Stella emphasized the positive aspects of the race and expressed the team’s determination to continue improving their overall performance. Unfortunately, Norris’ teammate Oscar Piastri was unable to replicate his success due to aero damage from a collision with AlphaTauri’s Yuki Tsunoda, ultimately finishing in eighth place.
Source: motorsport
