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Lando Norris has stressed he harbours no “regrets” over his mistakes in F1 in 2025, but he has recognised there were instances he could have been “smarter”.
Lando Norris has acknowledged his mistakes in Formula 1 in 2025 but claims to have no regrets, noting that he could have been “smarter” in certain instances. Despite trailing Oscar Piastri by nine points in the Drivers’ title race with 10 races to go, Norris remains optimistic.
Having closed a 22-point gap with three wins in four races before the summer break, Norris’ season has seen ups and downs. He suffered setbacks, including a collision with Piastri in Canada, but remains focused on learning from those moments rather than dwelling on them.
Reflecting on his past decisions, Norris admitted that he could have made better choices at critical junctures, such as in China and Canada. However, he emphasized the importance of growth and learning from these experiences for his future in the sport.
Moving forward, Norris is approaching the championship battle “race by race,” aiming to minimize setbacks and maximize his performance in each round. He acknowledges the tough competition from McLaren’s rivals and is looking forward to the intra-team fight with Piastri.
