Norris on the back foot after gearbox issue limits Madring track time

Lando Norris faced challenges during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend after a gearbox issue limited his track time in the second practice session. He finished sixth in the first practice, but his performance was hindered by being over 0.8 seconds slower than George Russell, prompting concerns about the car's competitiveness ahead of qualifying.

McLaren's technical director, Mark Temple, acknowledged the setback caused by the gearbox issue, which affected not only Norris but the entire team's ability to gather crucial data on the new circuit. The team plans to analyze data from the first practice and work on improvements to ensure both drivers can maximize their performance in the upcoming sessions.