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Is Lando Norris right to sign up to McLaren for the long term? Or is his commitment premature given the potential for major change in the driver market in the coming years? Our writers give their verdicts
Just a day after Charles Leclerc’s new contract at Ferrari was announced, McLaren secured Lando Norris into a “long-term” agreement, which is undisclosed in terms of duration. This means McLaren’s line-up will remain unchanged until at least the end of the 2026 F1 season. Norris believes McLaren is the right place for him to achieve success, despite potential changes in the driver market in the future. By signing with McLaren, Norris puts an end to speculation about a move to Red Bull, which he openly admitted enjoying. McLaren’s commitment to investing in people and new equipment, such as an up-to-date windtunnel and simulator, gives Norris confidence in the team’s upward trajectory.
