Lando Norris claims he has found an ‘extra level’ in F1 title defence

Lando Norris has expressed confidence in his performance during the 2026 Formula 1 season, claiming he has discovered a 'little extra level' despite his current fifth position in the standings. With 183 points still available, he trails Kimi Antonelli by 132 points, and acknowledges that his title defence has not gone as planned, particularly if he loses 19 points to Antonelli during the Sprint weekend.

Norris believes he has improved his ability to extract performance from his car and its components, highlighting the importance of personal satisfaction over external judgement. He notes that small margins have significantly impacted his results, including three pole positions that provided opportunities for race wins. Norris remains focused on maximizing his performance and adapting to the challenges of the current season.