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Many F1 greats weren’t the best version of themselves in their first title fight – so how does Lando Norris’ 2024 effort so far compare?
Lando Norris finally has a competitive car in his sixth Formula 1 season at McLaren, putting him in contention for the world title. Despite not being in the championship spotlight in previous years, Norris consistently showed impressive speed and skill. However, now that he is battling for the title, his psychological strength is truly being tested under increased pressure. While Norris faced some challenges, such as struggles in close battles with Verstappen and less than optimal team decisions, he has also had shining moments of brilliance, like his victories in Zandvoort and Singapore. It remains to be seen how Norris will handle the spotlight and whether he can rise to the occasion like past first-time title contenders such as Niki Lauda, James Hunt, and Keke Rosberg.
