Lando Norris Issues Stark Warning to McLaren: Las Vegas GP Could Spell Trouble!
In a gripping turn of events following the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Lando Norris has sent shockwaves through the McLaren camp with a bold prediction for the upcoming 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix. The 25-year-old British driver, who recently claimed a monumental victory in Brazil, is not sugarcoating the challenges that lie ahead as he warns his team about the formidable obstacles they may face on the iconic Las Vegas circuit.
After an exhilarating weekend where he dominated the competition—topping FP1, Sprint Qualifying, the Sprint Race, and ultimately clinching the Grand Prix title—Norris has now taken a more sobering stance. With a significant 24-point lead over his teammate Oscar Piastri and a staggering 49-point gap over reigning champion Max Verstappen, the stakes have never been higher. Yet, Norris remains acutely aware of McLaren’s vulnerabilities as they prepare to tackle the treacherous twists and turns of Las Vegas.
The upcoming race on November 22 is expected to showcase McLaren’s weaknesses, particularly given the track’s design, which is notorious for exposing cars lacking high-speed cornering capabilities. “Hinder, for sure,” Norris stated emphatically, reflecting on last year’s dismal performance at the same venue. “I think it was our worst race last year. So, I’m not really looking forward to it.” It’s clear that Norris is bracing for battle, but he’s also cautiously optimistic about the team’s progress this season.
While he acknowledges the improvements made by McLaren, the reality remains stark: “We know Mercedes were incredibly strong there last year, as well as Red Bull and Ferraris. I think we were the bottom of those four.” The Las Vegas GP is not just another race; it could potentially derail McLaren’s momentum if they fail to adapt.
Las Vegas presents two significant challenges for the team: the cold temperatures of a November night race and the long straights that hinder their downforce advantage. “The near-freezing temperatures will make tyre warm-up an issue for a team that enjoys a degradation advantage in hotter conditions,” Norris warned, signaling potential disaster for McLaren’s race strategy.
Fans are still reeling from the memory of the Canadian GP earlier this season when Mercedes and Red Bull outpaced McLaren by a wide margin. Should a similar scenario unfold in Las Vegas, the ramifications could be devastating for Norris as Verstappen seeks to claw back crucial points in the championship fight.
Moreover, McLaren’s historical struggles at this circuit cannot be overlooked. In 2023, Norris crashed out just two laps into the race, while Piastri could only manage a dismal 10th place. The previous year, they qualified a staggering seven tenths behind Mercedes, with Norris finishing a whopping 26 seconds adrift of Verstappen. Those numbers paint a grim picture of the uphill battle McLaren faces as they gear up for this high-stakes showdown.
As race day approaches, the question looms large: Can Lando Norris and McLaren rise to the occasion, or will Las Vegas mark another chapter in a saga of disappointment? With the pressure mounting, all eyes will be on the McLaren duo as they prepare to face one of their most daunting challenges yet. Buckle up, Formula 1 fans—this race promises to be a nail-biter!








