P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris slipped back behind Oscar Piastri a week after winning the Monaco GP from pole position.
Lando Norris felt that a messy lap prevented him from securing pole position ahead of McLaren Formula 1 teammate Oscar Piastri in the Spanish Grand Prix. Despite holding a slight lead after the first runs, Piastri managed to edge past him as the session progressed. Norris attributed his two-tenths gap to unforced errors early in his lap that hindered his performance. He acknowledged making slight mistakes at turns one and four, affecting the overall quality of his lap. Norris admitted to pushing too hard during qualifying but remains positive about starting in second place on the grid. He emphasized the importance of maintaining tire management in the high temperatures of Barcelona, where excessive wear can impact race performance. Overall, Norris expressed satisfaction with his performance and the team’s consistency throughout the weekend.
