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Norris urged to put ‘confidence’ in McLaren amid future talks
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella is focused on gaining Lando Norris’s confidence amid speculation about his future at the team. Norris has proven himself to be one of the top talents in Formula 1, surpassing Sergio Perez and becoming the second-highest points scorer after Max Verstappen. There have been rumors of a potential move to Red Bull, with Christian Horner keeping an eye on Norris’s performance. McLaren has recently secured the future of Oscar Piastri on a long-term contract, while Norris is contracted until 2025. Norris has had a remarkable turnaround in his fortunes at McLaren, achieving four podium finishes in the last two races. Stella is engaging in positive conversations with Norris, expressing their support and discussing the foundation for their future together. He believes that it would be difficult to persuade a driver if the results on the track don’t align with the promises made behind the scenes. Stella and McLaren want Norris to genuinely believe in and support their journey together.
Source: RacingNews 365
