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via Motorsport.comLando Norris lost Madring F1 win because of impossible overtaking – McLarenMcLaren Formula 1 team principal Andrea Stella says overtaking was too difficult at the Madring for Lando Norris to win the Spanish Grand Prix. Norris took pole position at Madrid’s new street circuit and pulled away by six seconds in the first 12 laps of the race, which proved to be his downfall as he was too far ahead to pit when the virtual safety car was called. Read ... Keep reading
Tue 15 Sep · 14:37 UTC
via racer.comCan driver opinions fix the Madring? It's not that straightforwardA lot has been made of the need for driver input in fixing the Madring, but George Russell says getting drivers to give their views won't be easy.
via Sky Sports F1'It's hard to understand' - what now for Russell amid Antonelli 'pain'?Nico Rosberg believes George Russell will currently be driven by a similar level of "insane motivation" to turn the tables on Kimi Antonelli as he was to get the better of Lewis Hamilton after recurring defeats.
Tue 15 Sep · 13:15 UTC
via thejudge13.comF1 Drivers Critique Disappointing La Monumental Corner at MadringThe La Monumental corner at the new Madring circuit has received criticism from F1 drivers, including Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. They expressed disappointment over the corner's failure to meet expectations despite the hype surrounding its design.
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via gpfans.comLando Norris Faces Criticism Over Coca-Cola Cooldown Room IncidentLando Norris has received backlash following a controversy involving Coca-Cola during the Spanish Grand Prix. David Coulthard has publicly supported Norris, urging others to refrain from excessive control over the situation.
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via Motorsport.comMercedes explains George Russell’s two-stop strategy in F1 Spanish GPMercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord has explained why George Russell pitted under the virtual safety car despite starting on hard tyres in Formula 1’s Spanish Grand Prix. Russell was the only driver from the top teams not to stick to a one-stop on a Madring track where overtaking was at a premium, which was largely down to the timing of the VSC intervention. Race control ... Keep readingTue 15 Sep · 11:37 UTC
via f1oversteer.comToto Wolff Discusses George Russell's Challenges and Future PotentialMercedes team principal Toto Wolff has expressed support for George Russell amid his struggles in the current Formula 1 season. Wolff emphasized the need for the team to unlock Russell's potential to help him compete for future championships.
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via PlanetF1Steiner calls Norris ‘unprofessional’ over Coca-Cola cooldown room row"If you are a professional, you don't do that. End of story."
Tue 15 Sep · 08:52 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell makes major Max Verstappen claimGeorge Russell feels Max Verstappen is facing a different challenge this season than in previous years.
Tue 15 Sep · 08:40 UTC
via F1iLando Norris Enjoys Unique McLaren Hypercar Experience After Spanish GPFollowing a disappointing performance at the Spanish Grand Prix, Lando Norris quickly shifted his focus to a special outing with McLaren. He participated in a rare non-F1 test, exploring Hypercar machinery and expressing interest in future endurance racing opportunities.
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via RacingNews365Active F1 Drivers Eye Potential Le Mans Participation in 2027Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, and Fernando Alonso have indicated interest in competing at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the future. Lando Norris recently completed a test in Hypercar machinery, further fueling speculation about his participation.Tue 15 Sep · 06:20 UTC
via thejudge13.comToto Wolff rejects George Russell’s F1 title doubtsToto Wolff rejects George Russell’s F1 title doubts as Mercedes backs comeback – George Russell has conceded that his Formula 1 championship hopes are now extremely unlikely, but Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff insists the Briton still deserves the team’s full support and can recover his form with nine race weekends remaining. Russell’s title challenge ... Read moreMon 14 Sep · 22:55 UTC
via gpfans.comMcLaren F1 boss warns Oscar Piastri that he must improve in Lando Norris battleMcLaren F1 boss Andrea Stella admits that Oscar Piastri needs to improve his form after a tough 2026 season so far.Mon 14 Sep · 21:27 UTC
via f1oversteer.comMartin Brundle and Nico Rosberg won’t accept McLaren explanation for Oscar Piastri’s drop-offMcLaren have cited Oscar Piastri’s driving style as one of the main reasons for his disappointing 2026 results. Piastri, who won seven Grands Prix in ...Mon 14 Sep · 20:00 UTC
via Formula1.comNorris' Madring misery creates Baku betting valueThe McLaren star failed to convert his Spanish Grand Prix pole into a third win of the season, but the defending World Champion is still the in-form driver heading to Azerbaijan.
Mon 14 Sep · 18:46 UTC
via AutosportLando Norris Successfully Tests McLaren's Le Mans Hypercar at PortimaoLando Norris, the reigning Formula 1 champion, has completed his first full test in the McLaren MCL-HY Le Mans Hypercar. The test took place at the Portimao circuit following the recent Spanish Grand Prix.
+ 1 moreMon 14 Sep · 18:29 UTCvia Motorsport.comLando Norris Completes First Test in McLaren's Le Mans HypercarLando Norris participated in a full test of McLaren's Le Mans Hypercar at Portimao on Monday. This event follows his recent involvement in the Spanish Grand Prix.+ 2 moreMon 14 Sep · 18:20 UTC
via f1oversteer.comMcLaren Aims to Support Oscar Piastri's Performance DevelopmentMcLaren is focusing on helping Oscar Piastri improve his performance with the 2026 car. Team principal Andrea Stella noted that Piastri's current struggles are linked to his need to regain instinctive driving rather than overthinking his approach.+ 4 moreMon 14 Sep · 18:00 UTC
via Sky Sports F1Brundle Advocates for Rule Changes After Norris' Madring IncidentMartin Brundle has suggested a review of the rules following an incident that impacted Lando Norris during the Madring Grand Prix. The event, which featured a new venue with unique characteristics, has sparked discussions about potential improvements to the regulations.+ 1 moreMon 14 Sep · 15:34 UTC
via Motorsport.comWhy McLaren won’t blame F1 race control for lost Spanish GP victoryMcLaren's Lando Norris started the Spanish Grand Prix from pole position but lost the chance for victory due to an unfortunate virtual safety car incident caused by Lance Stroll's car failure. Norris was unable to pit in time, resulting in a significant time loss while his competitors took advantage of the situation to change tires.
Despite the setback, McLaren team principal Andrea Stella emphasized that the race director's decisions should not be criticized, as they are focused on safety rather than the race outcome. He acknowledged the need for a broader discussion on improving fairness in similar situations, but any changes would require a lengthy process through the appropriate regulatory channels.Mon 14 Sep · 14:03 UTCPage 2 of 33