“Was Our Main Focus Today”: After Massive Triumph Over Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris Reveals Fulfillment of 2 Big Objectives for McLaren

Following the papaya army’s string of broken promises over the previous few months, it was the Austrian Grand Prix that the McLaren experienced a successful weekend, not only challenging drivers like Lewis Hamilton but also prevailing against them. And after defeating the seven-time champion on the Red Bull track, Lando Norris hails the accomplishment of two major goals for the Woking-based team.

Lando Norris received the improved MCL 60 at the Spielberg track, and gosh, what a drive the 23-year-old had made. At first, Norris overcame Fernando Alonso and, after keeping a comfortable lead with the shiny green team, he got entangled with Mercedes, giving them a hard time. The 23-year-old was in contention for another podium finish at the Austrian track while maintaining his incredible performance on the racetrack. In the end, he finished at P5. But thanks to Carlos Sainz getting a time penalty; the Briton moved a place higher, hitting two of the major goals the team had in mind.

Lando Norris reveals achieving two major objectives for Mclaren at the Austrian GP

In the orange vehicle, Lando Norris was able to display his true ability. He was faster than the Aston Martin and beat the ponderous Mercedes as he made his way to P5. Furthermore, the 23-year-old driver, who faced off with Sergio Perez, also managed to get on Carlos Sainz’s nerves. He tried to block one of the quickest cars of the day – the Ferraris.

Although at the beginning of the race, the 23-year-old had doubts in his mind. However, witnessing the sheer pace after the changes to the engine cover, side pods, and floor design shocked Lando Norris himself. As per Formulapassion.com Norris said, “Honestly I was a bit nervous when I started the race, I was afraid that the pace would take us back today, but in reality it was better than I expected: it was a nice surprise, but it’s still not the best.”

The Briton afterward said that he had to perform some risky laps while. He then admitted two of the team’s significant objectives had been achieved as planned. He said,” Alonso, for example, was much happier than me at the end, while I risked lapping at every corner. The things we’ve been complaining about all year are still the same, only we’re at a higher level at pace level.”

While wrapping the conversation, Norris outlined the objectives. He said, “Being in fifth position shows that we have made a good step forward, so I’m very happy. It was a very positive day, and it was nice to fight with the Ferraris and the Red Bulls. But above all, we beat Aston Martin and Mercedes, which was our main focus today.” – [Translated Via Google]

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McLaren has finally experienced some comfort after seeing the agony of the eight-round battle. And Norris, who spent the majority of the season frustrated, is now applauding the team’s efforts.

While discussing new improvements, Norris showers praise on the team’s efforts

Since last year, Mclaren’s performance graph has been on a downward spiral. The horror of Miami and Spanish GP is a testament to that. However, now the brief experiment of the side seems to be working well in the favor of the papaya army. And after scoring some significant points during the Austrian GP sprint weekend, Norris applauds the team’s efforts.

While elaborating on the handling of the car, the 23-year-old initially told motorsports.com, “100%, the car is quicker, it is quicker everywhere.”

Later, while showering praise, Norris added, “I think this has been our best race of the year, so I will make sure I’ll let everyone in the team know that. But just keep our heads down and keep cool before next weekend. ”

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The team made progress by bringing the changes solely to Norris’ car. However, will the papaya army soon deliver the greatest performance with these significant enhancements added to Oscar Piastri’s MCL60?