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Lando Norris reveals Mercedes strength that has twice denied McLaren F1 victories
Lando Norris believes Mercedes has the upper hand over McLaren due to their outright pace, which was evident in the last two grands prix where McLaren finished behind Mercedes.
While Norris won the Miami Sprint race, a later pit stop during the Grand Prix allowed Mercedes to overtake him, showcasing Mercedes’ strength in high-speed sections.
Despite the gap to Mercedes, Norris was surprised by McLaren’s relative competitiveness and the ability to fight Mercedes throughout the race.
McLaren’s recent podium finishes have helped them climb to third in the constructors’ championship, behind Ferrari but ahead of Red Bull.
Norris acknowledges the positives but also aims to improve further, acknowledging his strong performance in Miami.
