P1 with Matt and Tommy Lando Norris: The 2025 Title Contenders
Dec 3, 2025
The hosts dive into Lando Norris' championship aspirations for 2025, exploring his impressive wins in Brazil, Australia, and Mexico. They reveal how McLaren's mistakes, particularly in Canada and Las Vegas, could derail his title hopes. The contrast between Lando's struggles and Oscar Piastri's performance is analyzed, alongside key race moments that shifted momentum. With predictions made and a focus on avoiding errors in Abu Dhabi, discussions on the team's reliability raise questions about Lando's chances of claiming his first championship.
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McLaren, Not Lando, Cost Key Points
- Lando Norris's season shows top-level results despite car struggles and inconsistent form.
- Matt Gallagher argues McLaren errors, not Lando, largely prevented an earlier title win.
Season Rollercoaster And Canada Collision
- Tom Bellingham recounts Lando's season rollercoaster from early wins to mid-season mistakes and recovery.
- He highlights Canada as a teammate collision low and the later quiet consistent points-scoring phase.
Brazil Defined Lando's Title Credentials
- Brazil and Australia stood out as Lando's most convincing drives under pressure.
- Both Matt and Tom see Brazil as the defining weekend proving Lando can handle title-deciding conditions.