P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris has given a thorough response as to why he felt McLaren was not as quick as Red Bull last time out in Spain.
Lando Norris rejected claims that McLaren had the fastest car in the Spanish Grand Prix, comparing his pace to Max Verstappen’s as a ‘mirage’. Despite qualifying on pole, Norris lost out to Verstappen during the race due to a strategic difference. Norris, on a counter-strategy, fell short of catching Verstappen despite having fresher tires. The McLaren driver highlighted the importance of strategy in creating the illusion of superior speed. Norris acknowledged the need for perfection to challenge the caliber of Verstappen and Red Bull in future races. He emphasized the importance of team performance and personal improvement in the pursuit of victory in Formula 1.
