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Lando Norris makes bold front-end changes to reignite F1 qualifying prowess

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
June 28, 2025
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Lando Norris makes bold front-end changes to reignite F1 qualifying prowess

Formula One F1 - Austrian Grand Prix - Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, Austria - June 27, 2025 McLaren's Lando Norris after practice REUTERS/Gintare Karpaviciute

McLaren’s Breakthrough: Revolutionizing Lando Norris’ Performance in F1 Qualifying

Struggling to find his groove in the 2025 McLaren, Lando Norris has faced challenges pushing the car to its limits during qualifying sessions, making it a tough battle against teammate Oscar Piastri. The car’s lack of feedback, especially at the front axle, has hindered Norris’ ability to attack corners aggressively, a crucial aspect known as “cueing.”

While both Norris and Piastri have experienced the “numbness” in the front axle, Norris has been more affected, resulting in fewer pole positions compared to Piastri. McLaren’s technical team, led by Neil Houldey, delved into the issue, spending extensive time in the simulator to identify and address the problem.

Implementing subtle adjustments, including a revised front suspension geometry, McLaren aimed to enhance Norris’ feel for the car. Houldey revealed that the changes were not aimed at a significant performance boost but rather at improving Norris’ comfort and confidence behind the wheel.

The meticulous process involved evaluating potential downsides and trade-offs to ensure the overall performance of the car was not compromised. The team’s efforts culminated in a solution that significantly benefited Norris, with Piastri likely to stick with the original setup.

Further enhancements, such as revised front suspension fairings for aerodynamic benefits, were introduced in Austria. Both drivers are set to benefit from the latest modifications, aiming to optimize their performance on the track.

Despite the improvements, Norris acknowledged his mistakes compared to Piastri, recognizing the impact on the championship battle. While gaining more confidence in qualifying, Norris admitted that errors were not solely attributed to car issues but also to personal driving factors.

Looking ahead, Norris remains optimistic about narrowing the gap to Piastri and improving his overall performance. The adjustments made by McLaren have provided a glimmer of hope for Norris as he strives to unleash his full potential on the Formula 1 circuit.

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