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Lando Norris made an emphatic comeback with pole position in Monaco, beating Charles Leclerc by over a tenth of a second.
Lando Norris expressed that his pole position at the Monaco Grand Prix was a long-awaited achievement after facing recent struggles in Formula 1, falling behind his teammate Oscar Piastri in the drivers’ standings.
Despite a series of errors in previous races, Norris showcased an exceptional performance in Monaco, setting the fastest-ever lap around the Principality and securing his first pole position since the season opener in Australia.
Acknowledging the challenges of racing in Monaco, Norris emphasized the hard work put in by the team to achieve this success and his pride in their efforts.
The McLaren driver highlighted the importance of consistency and risk-taking in securing pole position, especially in a competitive field like Formula 1.
While traditionally pole position at Monaco ensures a race win due to minimal overtaking opportunities, Norris remains focused on enjoying the moment and preparing for the uncertainties posed by the new two-pitstop rule introduced for the 2025 season.
