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Lando Norris Sends Shockwaves at Monza: Is McLaren’s ‘One Second’ Lead Disappearing?

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
September 6, 2025
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Lando Norris Sends Shockwaves at Monza: Is McLaren’s ‘One Second’ Lead Disappearing?

Formula One F1 - Italian Grand Prix - Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Monza, Italy - September 5, 2025 McLaren's Lando Norris arrives ahead of practice REUTERS/Jennifer Lorenzini

Lando Norris Sparks McLaren Panic with Bold ‘One Second’ Remark at Monza

In a twist of fate that has left the motorsport world buzzing, Lando Norris has thrown McLaren into a whirlwind of contemplation with a cheeky comment that could spell trouble for the team as they gear up for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Known for their usual dominance at this stage of the F1 weekend, Norris’ light-hearted jab about the team’s performance being “one second ahead of the competition” has struck a serious chord amidst an unexpectedly competitive practice session.

The British ace finished the first practice round in a modest sixth place, while his teammate and championship rival, Oscar Piastri, was conspicuously absent, allowing Alex Dunne to take the wheel. However, fortunes turned in the second practice session when Norris seized the top spot, outpacing Piastri, who could only muster a fourth-fastest time. Yet, the celebration was tempered; Norris’ lead was razor-thin, a mere tenth of a second over rivals Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, who sandwiched the McLaren cars in a fierce display of speed.

“Normally by this point we have like a one-second gap on everyone,” Norris quipped, but the reality was far from humorous. “But at the moment… just a bit close for my liking at the minute,” he ominously warned, suggesting that McLaren’s grip on the competition is far less secure than it once was.

Currently trailing Piastri by 34 points in the championship standings after a chassis-related retirement incident at the Dutch Grand Prix, Norris is acutely aware of the stakes. While the technical issues have been resolved by the Woking-based team, maintaining an edge over his teammate is crucial. “So, yeah, not bad,” Norris commented, trying to project confidence. “I feel like some small things to improve, and for us to still be P1, I thought was good. I thought we improved some stuff from FP1 to FP2, but yeah, just a bit close.”

With the pressure mounting, Norris clearly understands the need to widen the gap between himself and Piastri. “I just need to try and make the gap a bit bigger, so we’re a little bit more comfortable,” he declared, highlighting the urgency for McLaren to recalibrate their strategy for the upcoming race.

As the buzz around the paddock intensifies, McLaren must race against time to ensure that their performance doesn’t falter under the weight of expectations. With the likes of Ferrari breathing down their necks, the stakes could not be higher. The Italian Grand Prix weekend is set to be a thrilling showdown that could redefine the dynamics of the championship, and all eyes will be on McLaren as they attempt to reclaim their edge. Will Norris’ comedic quip turn into a serious warning for the team? Only time will tell as the engines roar to life at Monza!

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