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Lando Norris has stated that he remained “calm” when he lost the lead to Max Verstappen at the start as he cruised to a crushing win in Formula 1’s Dutch Grand Prix. Norris’ dismal streak t not retaining his pole position advantage on the opening lap extended at Zandvoort as he made a sluggish launch […]
Lando Norris extended his pole position advantage at Zandvoort, despite losing the lead to Verstappen on the opening lap. He regained the lead on Lap 18 and secured an impressive win with a 22-second gap. Norris expressed his surprise at the pace of his McLaren, stating that it exceeded his expectations. He credited his team for providing him with a great car that made his race easier. Despite indications of strong pace earlier in the weekend, Norris did not expect the race to unfold as well as it did, highlighting the unpredictability of Formula 1. His calm and calculated approach helped him secure his second career win, emphasizing the importance of strategy and confidence in racing.