P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A case of what might have been for Lando Norris but for a surprising weather mis-read.
Lando Norris admitted that he would have made a significant front-wing adjustment if he could redo the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix to secure a victory that narrowly eluded him as McLaren misjudged the weather forecast. Despite coming close to defeating Max Verstappen and clinching back-to-back wins, Norris fell short by 0.725 seconds. Verstappen claimed his 59th F1 victory and extended his championship lead over Charles Leclerc to 48 points, with Norris trailing by 60 points. The strategy miscalculation affected Norris’ performance, particularly during the tires’ second stint, causing him to struggle against Leclerc instead of challenging Verstappen. Despite the missed opportunity, Norris found positives in his race pace and performance, indicating optimism for the rest of the season. Overall, Norris expressed satisfaction with the race’s outcome and remains focused on future improvements.
