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Lando Norris Stands Firm Amid Title Battle, Refuses to Rely on Team Orders at Monza- he’ll ‘not beg’

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
November 13, 2024
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Lando Norris Stands Firm Amid Title Battle, Refuses to Rely on Team Orders at Monza-  he’ll ‘not beg’

Lando Norris faced a challenging race at Monza, despite starting from pole position, as his McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri, overtook him on the first lap. In the aftermath of the Italian Grand Prix, Norris made it clear that he isn’t about to beg for favors, even as his championship battle with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen intensifies.

Currently trailing Verstappen by 62 points in the 2024 Driver’s Championship, Norris acknowledged that while he appreciates his teammate’s support, he’s not interested in asking for preferential treatment on the track. “I’m here to race,” Norris asserted when questioned about needing help from Piastri. “He helps me, but I’m not here just to beg for someone to let me pass. That’s not why I’m here.”

The Italian GP was a missed opportunity for McLaren, as both Norris and Piastri struggled to convert their strong starting positions into a victory. Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton suggested that McLaren could have won the race had they chosen a more effective strategy, hinting that the decision to go for a two-stop strategy cost them valuable time against Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.

As the championship fight tightens, McLaren faces a crucial decision: whether to prioritize Norris over Piastri in the remaining eight races. The gap in the Constructors’ Championship is now down to single digits, offering McLaren a golden opportunity to challenge Red Bull for the lead. However, if Norris is to close the gap on Verstappen in the Driver’s standings, McLaren may need to consider playing team orders in favor of their British star.

With the season entering its final stretch, the pressure is on McLaren to strategically support Norris in his quest for the title. But as Norris has made clear, he’s determined to earn every point on merit, racing hard without relying on his teammate to step aside. The coming races will test not only Norris’s resolve but also McLaren’s strategy as they navigate the fine line between fair competition and maximizing their championship chances.

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