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McLaren CEO Zak Brown asserts that signing Lando Norris to a new contract is the “next priority” for the team
Lando Norris has established himself as a top driver and team leader, despite not yet winning a race in Formula 1. He chose to extend his contract with McLaren for three more years, turning down reported interest from Red Bull. Last year, Norris had a remarkable turnaround with McLaren, earning seven podium finishes and a career-best 205 points. His current contract expires in 2026, when there may be open positions at top teams like Mercedes and Red Bull. McLaren CEO Zak Brown considers securing Norris’ long-term future a priority and believes that McLaren’s improved prospects heading into the sport’s new era will be an important factor in negotiations.
