After a tough outing at the US Grand Prix, where he started from pole but lost his podium chance due to a five-second penalty, Lando Norris is ready to bounce back. Despite the setback, the McLaren driver remains resolute, determined to make a comeback at the Mexican Grand Prix. “Losing out on the podium was tough,” Norris admitted, “but I’m looking forward to Mexico, ready to give it everything.”
With five races and two sprint sessions remaining, Norris has a crucial opportunity to close the points gap with Max Verstappen. While he had hoped to gain ground in Austin, the outcome was unfavorable, with Verstappen widening the gap by five points. Now, Norris aims to reverse that momentum, beginning with a strong performance at the high-altitude track in Mexico City.
The unique atmosphere of Mexico excites Norris, as the passionate fans and electric energy at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez are something he eagerly anticipates. “I love coming to Mexico. The fans are amazing, and the atmosphere is always fun,” he shared. The high altitude presents an added challenge that affects car performance, but Norris, prepared for the test, recalls his impressive 2022 run when he finished fifth after starting from 17th.
While both Norris and teammate Oscar Piastri scored points in Austin, the team was left hungry for more. Despite securing enough points to hold a safe Constructors’ Championship position, the drivers expressed disappointment. Piastri shared his eagerness to get back on track in Mexico, saying, “We’re all motivated to improve our results. I can’t wait to race; we have five races left, and I’m focused on finishing the season strong.”
The pressure is on McLaren, with only a 40-point gap from Red Bull and Ferrari close behind. Mexico City presents an opportunity for Norris and Piastri to lead McLaren’s charge for vital points, solidify their Constructors’ standing, and push the team toward a powerful season finale.
