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Lando Norris says that McLaren’s slow start to 2024 gave Max Verstappen a relatively easy season, but that the Dutchman drove perfectly to win a fourth drivers’ championship. Verstappen finished f…
Lando Norris acknowledged McLaren’s slow start in 2024 benefited Max Verstappen, leading to an “easy” season for the Dutchman who clinched his fourth drivers’ championship by finishing fifth in the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Norris praised Verstappen’s flawless driving and ability to capitalize on every opportunity, regardless of his car’s performance. Despite acknowledging Red Bull’s fallibility once McLaren improved, Norris believed a stronger McLaren early in the season could have put more pressure on Verstappen. Norris credited Verstappen’s consistency and ability to extract maximum performance from his car, highlighting his impressive driving skills throughout the season. Ultimately, Norris commended Verstappen’s flawless performance and emphasized that there are always lessons to be learned from his driving style.
