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McLaren respond to Norris back injury concerns
2022 marked the return of ground effect in F1, but the modern cars have been dealing with issues such as bouncing and chassis stiffness, affecting both performance and driver well-being. McLaren is closely monitoring Lando Norris’s situation, with a focus on his conditioning, seating position, and comfort. Changes have been made, but Norris’s back problem persists, impacting his activities like golf and even track walks. This discomfort is not unique to Norris, as Lewis Hamilton also faced difficulties in Azerbaijan last year. The trade-off between driver comfort and car performance has always existed in F1, but safety remains a priority. As F1 heads to Singapore, Norris and McLaren face another challenging weekend, and they hope that the situation will gradually improve through Norris’s efforts and adaptation.
Source: Motorsport Week
