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Lando Norris admits he prefers to be second in F1 title battle
McLaren F1 driver Lando Norris aims to approach the season finale in Abu Dhabi as if he is chasing the leader, despite currently leading the championship by 12 points.
With Max Verstappen and McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri still in contention for the title, Norris wants to maintain a focused mindset.
This weekend marks the first time since 2010 that more than two drivers are in title contention going into the final race.
Norris recognizes the psychological aspect of being the championship leader and tries to distance himself from that pressure.
However, strong performances from Piastri and Verstappen in recent races indicate that the title showdown in Abu Dhabi will be tightly contested.
Norris remains the favorite, needing only a podium finish to secure the championship, but the competition from Verstappen poses a challenge for McLaren and Norris.
