P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris admitted that the McLaren Formula 1 team didn’t expect to be “close” to Red Bull after securing third
“Norris addressed the need for a different approach to qualifying, acknowledging that pushing too hard had been detrimental to his performance. Despite this, he managed the fine balance between pushing and holding back during the Saturday session, finishing just under three-tenths behind Max Verstappen, who took pole. McLaren secured the ‘best of the rest’ title behind Red Bull, with Norris expressing satisfaction at their progress compared to expectations. He noted the challenge posed by multiple teams in the fight for the top positions but was pleased with McLaren’s performance. Norris highlighted the team’s improvement over the winter and is optimistic about their chances of securing a podium at Suzuka.”
