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McLaren Racing CEO has called on Lando Norris to not “overthink” his Dutch Grand Prix “elbows out” Max Verstappen.
McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown emphasized the importance of Lando Norris not overthinking his race starts, especially as the British driver began the Dutch Grand Prix from pole position. Brown cautioned against exaggerating what is perceived as Norris’s weakness, which could potentially exacerbate the issue. Despite Norris starting from the top grid position five times in his F1 career, he has yet to lead the first lap on any of those occasions. With Max Verstappen lining up next to him for the race in Zandvoort, Norris has the chance to break this streak with the short distance to Turn 1. Brown advised Norris to approach the race with a mindset of “going out and doing his thing,” without getting caught up in overthinking the situation. Additionally, Brown acknowledged the challenge that Verstappen presented and anticipated an exciting battle on the track. Overall, Norris is known for his introspective nature and self-criticism, which he openly discusses with the media, and Brown expressed admiration for Norris’s strong performances while noting his tendency to be overly critical of himself.
