McLaren hails Lando Norris 'masterpiece' despite expensive mistake

Lando Norris achieved pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix, narrowly beating Kimi Antonelli by just 11 milliseconds. Despite an error at the final corner that cost him time, Norris's performance was celebrated by McLaren team principal Andrea Stella, who described the lap as a 'masterpiece.' This marks Norris's third pole in the last four races, showcasing his growing confidence and skill since the team's recent upgrades.

The McLaren team has been working on improving their car's performance, particularly in low-speed corners, which had previously hindered both Norris and his teammate Oscar Piastri. Stella noted that the adjustments made to the car setup have significantly boosted driver confidence, leading to a strong qualifying performance, including the best first sector time.