F1 Beyond The Grid Lando Norris: raising his game
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Jul 1, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Lando Norris, a rising star in Formula One and McLaren driver, shares insights into his journey towards becoming a world champion. He reflects on his growth since winning his first Grand Prix and the competitive dynamic with teammate Oscar Piastri. Lando also reveals how McLaren is evolving as a team and his strategies to maintain balance off the track. He chats about filming with Brad Pitt for 'F1 The Movie' and the significance of racing at Silverstone, while highlighting his evolving partnership with race engineer Will Joseph.
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Lando's Driving Evolution
- Lando Norris is a better driver now despite outside perceptions of inconsistency.
- He believes he manages pace and tyres better and would outperform last year's self in today's car.
Brad Pitt's F1 Experience
- Brad Pitt drove the 2023 McLaren F1 car in Austin, impressing engineers despite it being his first F1 experience.
- Pitt asked many technical questions showing eagerness to learn about driving the car.
McLaren's Strategic Maturity
- McLaren has learned to balance risk and patience after becoming Constructors' World Champions.
- Being the team to beat brings more pressure and requires strategic aggression or patience.