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Lando Norris Extends Contract with McLaren Beyond 2026

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Lando Norris Extends Contract with McLaren Beyond 2026

Lando Norris, the British driver we all love, has decided to stick with McLaren for many more years. This means he’s not going anywhere until at least 2027, securing his future with the team. It’s like a long-term commitment to keep the racing magic alive!

You know how in F1, teams are always trying to get the best drivers? Well, McLaren didn’t want to take any chances of losing Norris to other teams like Red Bull or Audi. So, they made sure he’s staying put for a good while.

Even though they didn’t say exactly how many years, it looks like Norris will be rocking the McLaren colors until at least 2027, and maybe even longer. Zak Brown, the big boss at McLaren, called it a “multi-year extension,” meaning it’s more than just a short-term deal.

Norris himself is over the moon about it, saying, “It’s awesome to stay in papaya,” referring to McLaren’s signature orange color. He feels at home with the team, considering them like family. Norris has been with McLaren since he started racing in Formula 1 in 2019.

Andrea Stella, who’s like the head honcho of the team, shared his thoughts too. He mentioned how Norris has grown not just as a driver but as a person since joining McLaren in 2017. Last season was pretty epic for Norris, scoring seven podium finishes and being a key player in the team’s progress. Stella sees Norris and another McLaren driver, Oscar Piastri, as a dynamic duo set to take McLaren to the front of the F1 grid.

Zak Brown couldn’t be happier about the whole thing. He’s been working with Norris for six awesome years and is thrilled to continue the journey. Brown mentioned Norris’s commitment to pushing the team forward and getting McLaren back to the top of the grid.

While Norris hasn’t won a race yet, he’s had some great moments. Last season was his best, finishing sixth overall with six second-place finishes. He even snagged a pole position at the 2021 Russian Grand Prix. The guy’s got skills!

In a nutshell, Norris sticking with McLaren is a smart move for both him and the team. With their driver lineup secured until 2026 and Norris’s confidence in McLaren’s potential, they’re gearing up for more exciting races, podium celebrations, and maybe even a shot at the championship.

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