Like Daniel Ricciardo, American Glamour Charms Lando Norris to Find a Place in His Bucket List

The 2023 season of Formula 1 is taking all of us away by a storm before even pre-season testing. And while last year that had us on the edge of our seats was the introduction of new regulations, this time it is the Las Vegas GP, without a doubt. And it’s not just us saying it, McLaren’s driver, Lando Norris, also backs our claim!

With the season’s start appearing to be approaching really fast, we’re only slowly coming to accept the fact that our beloved honey badger, Daniel Ricciardo, Norris’s ex-teammate, won’t be racing on his dream circuit. However, on the other hand, Lando Norris appears to be ever so excited about it, which also makes us realize how much we’ll be missing out on will be the bromance between him and Daniel, who are similar to each other than many would like to believe.

Lando Norris appears to be too excited for the American race and places it on par with his home GP, Silverstone. During an interview with This Morning, when asked about which circuit he looks forward to, the Briton said, “Silverstone is obviously our home, my home Grand Prix. The one with all the fans or the British fans. So that’s the one I look forward to the most every single year.”

“But this year we also have Vegas, so looking forward to going back to, I mean all the American races are pretty special, chaos, a lot of people, obviously get a lot of stars and celebrities coming to these races too but Vegas is the newest one on the calendar. It’s in Vegas which says enough but it’s also a new track which I’ve never driven before so I look forward to going there and experiencing Vegas for my very first time.”

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Las Vegas fever has been running high since its addition was announced. Let’s see who’ll be the first one to set the track on fire.

Lando Norris is ready to push things at McLaren

Amid struggles in finding success at the papaya team and rumors floating around, Lando Norris is ready to turn wheels at the team’s factory, as he wants to push the technical staff to get the most out of the car.

Speaking about taking on a bigger role in the presence of the rookie teammate, Oscar Piastri, Norris, as quoted by Crash, said, “Maybe I am wrong but I think that just comes with time, getting to know people, experience of being with the team. That side of it, you know. 

“Getting the truth out of people, pushing them, getting them to find their limit, whatever area that is within the team. That’s a little bit my job and role within the team rather than just to give general feedback about the car and just drive.”

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Norris is now in his fifth full season with McLaren. His commitment and dedication appear unwavering, but they will undoubtedly be tested in the coming season.