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Norris says McLaren "not miles away" from Verstappen after P2 in Japan
McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri secured second and third place, respectively, at Suzuka, resulting in McLaren’s first double podium finish of the season. Despite starting the season with two scoreless races, McLaren has successfully developed the MCL60 into the second-best car on the grid, trailing only Red Bull’s RB19. Although Norris finished 19 seconds behind Max Verstappen, Piastri comfortably maintained his position ahead of Charles Leclerc to secure his first Formula 1 podium. Norris expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance and the progress they have made in closing the gap to Red Bull. Piastri, in just his 16th race weekend, was delighted with his first F1 podium finish and acknowledged the team’s role in providing him with this opportunity.
Source: motorsport
