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Norris slams McLaren’s strategy as Verstappen dominates Japanese GP from pole

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 6, 2025
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Norris slams McLaren’s strategy as Verstappen dominates Japanese GP from pole

SUZUKA, JAPAN - APRIL 06: Second placed Lando Norris of Great Britain and McLaren celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on April 06, 2025 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Zak Mauger/LAT Images)

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Lando Norris Criticizes McLaren Strategy in Japanese GP Defeat

In a thrilling and action-packed Japanese Grand Prix, Lando Norris expressed his dissatisfaction with McLaren’s strategic decisions, suggesting that the team should have been more aggressive in their approach to challenge Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing. Despite feeling that the race was lost during qualifying, Norris believed that different tactics could have potentially altered the outcome.

Verstappen’s impeccable start from pole position allowed him to maintain his lead throughout the race, with Norris and his teammate Oscar Piastri unable to mount a serious challenge against the dominant Red Bull driver. The McLaren duo struggled to find opportunities to overtake at the Suzuka circuit, ultimately hindering their ability to showcase the full potential of their MCL39 cars.

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Although the race presented a one-stop strategy, Norris found himself in a tense battle with Verstappen after pitting on the same lap as the championship leader. Reflecting on the missed opportunity, Norris mentioned, “Maybe we could have tried a bit more with strategy and overcut or undercut.” The British driver also acknowledged the risk involved in deviating from the conventional pit strategy, highlighting the unpredictability of safety car interventions.

Despite contemplating an undercut strategy by pitting earlier, Norris recognized the challenges posed by the track conditions and tire performance, questioning the effectiveness of such a move. He attributed their failure to secure a victory to their subpar qualifying performance, which allowed Verstappen to capitalize on a clear track ahead.

As Norris analyzed the race dynamics, he emphasized the significance of securing a strong qualifying position to maximize their chances of success. While acknowledging their competitive pace, Norris admitted that overcoming the aerodynamic challenges at Suzuka proved to be a daunting task, making overtaking nearly impossible.

In hindsight, Norris admitted, “The race was won yesterday,” alluding to Verstappen’s flawless qualifying lap that set the tone for his commanding victory. Despite McLaren’s promising speed, Norris acknowledged that the intricate nature of the circuit and the limitations of dirty air impeded their ability to challenge the frontrunners effectively.

As the dust settles on the Japanese Grand Prix, Norris’s critique of McLaren’s strategic choices offers valuable insights into the complexities of Formula 1 racing. With the championship battle heating up, every decision and maneuver on the track can make the crucial difference between victory and defeat in this high-stakes competition.

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