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Lando Norris has claimed that his “stressful” battle with team-mate Oscar Piastri in F1’s Austrian GP will help McLaren move past the clash in Canada.
Lando Norris and his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri engaged in a “stressful” battle during the Austrian Grand Prix, with Norris ultimately prevailing and McLaren securing a 1-2 finish at the Red Bull Ring. This victory helped McLaren move past the clash they had in Canada.
Despite Piastri’s attempts to overtake Norris, the latter held his ground and utilized DRS to maintain his lead. Piastri’s aggressive move on Lap 11 almost resulted in a collision, leading to a warning from the team.
Norris expressed relief that they were able to race cleanly and put the previous clash in Canada behind them. The intense battle altered McLaren’s race plan, prompting Norris to pit earlier than expected to maintain his position against Piastri.
Ultimately, Norris’s strategic pit stop and skillful driving allowed him to successfully defend his lead and secure a memorable victory for McLaren.
