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Lando Norris fires back at McLaren’s ride height risk: could this cost him the championship?

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
November 28, 2025
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Lando Norris fires back at McLaren’s ride height risk: could this cost him the championship?

Lando Norris Challenges McLaren’s Cautious Approach in High-Stakes Championship Battle!

In the electrifying world of Formula 1, where every millisecond counts and the stakes couldn’t be higher, McLaren’s Lando Norris has stirred the pot with provocative claims about the team’s recent strategies. As the title chase reaches its fever pitch, Norris boldly asserted that McLaren “didn’t take enough risk” during the Las Vegas Grand Prix, a race that saw his championship dreams momentarily derailed by a controversial disqualification due to excessive plank wear.

With his sights set on clinching his first Drivers’ Championship trophy, Norris found himself in a precarious position after both he and teammate Oscar Piastri were disqualified post-race. The FIA’s stringent inspections revealed that the skid blocks on their McLaren machines were below the mandated 9mm limit, leading to a double disqualification that has thrown a wrench into the title race. While Norris still holds a 24-point lead in the championship standings, Max Verstappen’s triumphant win in Las Vegas has brought him level on points with Piastri, signaling a fierce battle ahead.

As the countdown to the next two Grand Prix and a Sprint race in Qatar begins, questions loom large about whether McLaren can afford to gamble with their ride height settings. Increasing the height could reduce ground contact—a risky move that often leads to diminished performance in ground effect vehicles. Norris, however, remains defiant, expressing his belief that a more aggressive approach could yield better results.

“In some ways, you can almost say we didn’t take enough risk,” Norris stated, emphasizing the complexity of race strategies. “It’s not as simple as just looking at it and going, ‘Oh they did that and that’s why they were quick’. In fact, we were slower because of the issues that we had, not quicker.”

The urgency is palpable as the championship nears its climax. Norris is keenly aware that with Red Bull lurking in the shadows, any miscalculation could cost them dearly. “We still want to win these last few races,” he declared, underscoring the necessity of pushing limits. “If we don’t put things in the right condition…they’ll be quicker than us and they’ll win.”

Meanwhile, McLaren team principal Andrea Stella is holding firm, asserting that the Las Vegas issues were unique to the circuit’s specific conditions. “The circumstances we encountered last weekend, leading to excessive grounding and porpoising, are very specific to the operating window of the car in Vegas,” Stella explained. He maintains confidence in their established setup, promising an optimal plan as they gear up for the next race at the Lusail International Circuit.

With tensions running high and the championship hanging in the balance, all eyes will be on McLaren as they decide whether to double down or play it safe in the remaining races. As Norris puts it, “We’re here because we want to win. We’re going to fight until the end.” The battle for the championship is far from over, and the question remains: will McLaren rise to the occasion, or will caution lead to their downfall? Buckle up, Formula 1 fans—it’s going to be a thrilling ride!

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