via BBC SportRUMOURNorris 'happy I have the pain of this year for the glory of last'Lando Norris reflects on McLaren's challenging start to the 2026 Formula 1 season, acknowledging that their difficulties stem from the intense effort put into their championship-winning seasons in 2024 and 2025. Despite the reliability issues and a lack of grand prix victories, he remains optimistic about the team's pace and aims for podium finishes, especially at his home race, the British Grand Prix.
Norris, who has been with McLaren for eight years, expresses a strong commitment to the team and a desire to continue his career there. He welcomes the idea of racing alongside top competitors like Max Verstappen but emphasizes his satisfaction with his current teammate, Oscar Piastri. As speculation about driver movements circulates, Norris reassures that both he and Piastri are under contract with McLaren for the foreseeable future.
BBC SportThu 2 Jul · 07:45 UTC
via espn.comWolff on Hamilton: 'If he smells blood, he goes'Toto Wolff, the Mercedes team principal, acknowledged Lewis Hamilton as a significant contender for the championship after Hamilton secured his first victory with Ferrari at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. This win marked a pivotal moment in the season, as it was the first time a non-Mercedes driver triumphed, and it came at a time when championship leader Kimi Antonelli faced a setback due to a race retirement. Hamilton is now 41 points behind Antonelli, with 15 races left in the season, and holds a narrow lead over his former teammate George Russell.
Wolff expressed his respect for Hamilton's capabilities, noting that if Hamilton senses an opportunity, he will capitalize on it. He also highlighted the importance of maintaining performance and strategy throughout the remaining races. Wolff's comments reflect a deep understanding of Hamilton's competitive nature, as well as the dynamics within the team and Hamilton's personal life, which he believes may positively influence Hamilton's performance on the track.
espn.comMon 29 Jun · 09:36 UTC
via espn.comHamilton full of praise for Monaco winner Antonell...Kimi Antonelli achieved his fifth consecutive victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, solidifying his lead in the drivers' championship with a 66-point margin over Lewis Hamilton. Antonelli's impressive streak began with his first win in China earlier this year, and he has now set a record as the youngest driver to win in Monaco, surpassing Hamilton's previous record from 2006.
Lewis Hamilton praised Antonelli's performance and the Mercedes team, acknowledging the challenges they faced during the race, including two safety car restarts. Despite his significant lead in the championship, Antonelli remains focused on maintaining his performance and emphasized that the season is still ongoing, indicating that he will continue to strive for success.espn.comTue 9 Jun · 21:42 UTC