P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris is convinced that McLaren’s “split-second” defeat in the Canadian Grand Prix shows the side is now missing “small things” to beat Red Bull in Formula 1. Norris capitalised on McLaren’s recent developments in Miami to earn his maiden F1 win and then pursued Max Verstappen’s Red Bull to the chequered flag at Imola. […]
Lando Norris capitalized on McLaren’s recent developments in Miami to secure his first Formula 1 victory. He closely chased Max Verstappen’s Red Bull at Imola and had a good chance to win in Montreal, establishing a significant lead before a pitstop misstep cost him the lead. Norris defended McLaren’s decision, acknowledging the complexities of race strategy and split-second decision-making under changing weather conditions. Despite the setback, Norris pointed out areas where McLaren outperforms its rivals and stressed the need for the team to adapt to the heightened pressure of competing at the front and make sharper decisions as a cohesive unit. He emphasized the importance of experience and quick decision-making in high-pressure situations.
