P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris has contended that “people outside underestimate” Red Bull as he repudiated the notion that McLaren’s main rival in Formula 1 is weaker at slow speed. The widespread consensus that McLaren would dominate proceedings at the previous race at Imola didn’t transpire as Max Verstappen beat Norris and Oscar Piastri. McLaren highlighted how the […]
Lando Norris believes Red Bull is underestimated by outsiders and McLaren’s main rival is strong even at slow speeds, contrary to popular belief.
The expectation of McLaren dominating at the Imola race fell short as Max Verstappen triumphed over Norris and Piastri.
Red Bull’s recent upgrades and the emphasis on high-speed cornering at Imola have contributed to McLaren’s second loss of the season.
Despite the setback, McLaren is expected to perform well at Monaco due to the MCL39 being well-suited for the tight and twisting streets of the circuit.
Both Red Bull and McLaren acknowledge the challenges of Monaco, with Verstappen expressing caution and uncertainty about their performance on the street circuit.
Norris argues that Red Bull’s competitiveness, especially in slow-speed sections, proves that they are a formidable opponent, and people often underestimate their capabilities in Formula 1.
