P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris has attributed McLaren’s shock front row lock-out in Formula 1’s Italian Grand Prix to its car being 20km/h quicker on the straights than its predecessor. Norris entered this weekend billed as the man to beat amid a commanding showing in Zandvoort which saw him convert pole position into a crushing 22-second win. McLaren […]
“Norris secured his fifth pole position in Formula 1 at Monza, surprising even himself with McLaren’s strong performance throughout the weekend. Despite initial doubts about their pace, Norris and teammate Oscar Piastri managed a 1-2 in qualifying. The McLaren car showed significant progress with minor setup changes and reduced fuel, denying any accusations of sandbagging. Norris admitted to a mistake in the final lap but still improved his time, extending his margin and claiming pole position.”
