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Lando Norris finished 3.4s behind McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri at the end of the Belgian GP.
Lando Norris is set to reflect on his defeat in the Belgian Grand Prix to Oscar Piastri, which now places him 16 points behind his McLaren teammate in the current F1 drivers’ title battle. The race at Spa Francorchamps saw Norris losing the lead to Piastri after a rolling start following a delay due to wet weather. Despite a tire strategy shift, Norris couldn’t catch up with Piastri over the final laps, making key errors and missing opportunities to overtake. Norris acknowledged Piastri’s strong performance and accepted the defeat gracefully, emphasizing the team’s achievements. Looking ahead to the next race in Budapest, Norris is optimistic about his chances at a circuit he loves and where he began his Formula 1 career, aiming to bounce back strongly.
