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Lando Norris admits that he wasn’t entirely in the “right space” early in the 2023 Formula 1 season as he
McLaren started the season with a disadvantage due to changes in their car’s development, resulting in their worst start since 2000. However, a significant upgrade package introduced in July drastically improved their performance, leading to Norris achieving seven podium finishes and McLaren rising to fourth in the standings. While Norris has yet to secure his first victory, he is satisfied with his performance this season, especially during races where he was close to winning. He acknowledges the need to adapt his driving style to extract the best results from the updated car and believes McLaren can continue to improve and be a strong competitor in the future. Despite some qualifying mistakes, Norris feels that he has had some of his best races and that McLaren has proven its capabilities this year.
