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Norris’ Struggle with McLaren F1 Car Quirks: A Penalty or Challenge?

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 22, 2025
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Norris’ Struggle with McLaren F1 Car Quirks: A Penalty or Challenge?

Formula One F1 - Chinese Grand Prix - Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai, China - March 22, 2025 McLaren's Lando Norris after qualifying in third position REUTERS/Tyrone Siu

In the final season of Formula 1’s current ground-effect ruleset, drivers have found themselves grappling with cars that are fast yet challenging to navigate. This struggle has been particularly evident in the case of Lando Norris, who dealt with significant graining issues during the sprint race in China.

Norris, who had to laboriously fight his way to the eighth position, lost three places right off the bat. The issues didn’t stop there, as he also had a turbulent qualifying stage before ultimately securing the fourth position on the grid. This was a stark contrast to other drivers on the grid who seemed to fare better under the same conditions.

The idiosyncrasies of the McLaren F1 car have proven to be more of a hindrance than an advantage for Norris. Despite the vehicle’s impressive speed, its difficulty to handle has been a notable setback, potentially affecting Norris’s overall performance and standings in the race.

The impact of the car’s quirks on Norris’s performance highlights a broader issue within the sport. As the current ground-effect ruleset comes to a close, teams and drivers are facing the challenge of managing high-speed vehicles that are equally demanding to drive. This scenario underscores the balance between speed and control that forms the core of Formula 1 racing.

In conclusion, the McLaren F1 car’s peculiarities have been more of a penalty for Norris, hindering his progress instead of aiding it. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how he, along with other drivers, will adapt to these challenges, further adding to the unpredictability and thrill of Formula 1 racing.

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