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After tying Oscar Piastri down on a new Formula 1 contract to the end of 2026, McLaren has a clear plan of attack to do the same with Lando Norris. But this might be a different – and tougher – challenge
McLaren has signed a contract extension with Formula 1 driver Lando Norris until the end of the 2025 season. This is seen as a big achievement for McLaren, considering Norris’s growing reputation and interest from other teams like Red Bull, Ferrari, and Aston Martin. McLaren’s negotiations with Norris have already begun, and both parties are reportedly happy with the progress. McLaren’s plan to keep Norris is similar to their approach with Oscar Piastri, as they want to show confidence and trust in their drivers and present them with facts about the team’s progress and future plans. The in-season progress this year has been crucial for McLaren, as they do not want to promise anything they cannot deliver.
Source: The Race
