Norris seeks leadership in Spain, but the competition in F1 is wide
Lando Norris, McLaren driver, has the opportunity to regain the lead of the Formula 1 championship this weekend in Spain, surpassing his teammate, Oscar Piastri. However, Norris has made it clear that the fight for the title goes beyond the internal competition at McLaren.After eight races out of a total of 24, the difference between both drivers is only three points. McLaren, which has dominated the season, has achieved six victories, with Piastri adding four and Norris two.
Norris led for the first time after winning the inaugural race in Melbourne, but Piastri took the lead in the fifth round in Saudi Arabia. Norris closed the gap by winning in Monaco last Sunday.
Max Verstappen, from Red Bull and four-time world champion, has achieved two victories and is in third position, 25 points behind Piastri.It’s a great feeling to be at the front of the championship and have more points than everyone, but it’s not something I look at.
Lando Norris
Norris stated that he doesn’t change his approach or daily effort. His goal is to win every race, regardless of his position in the championship.
The British driver also mentioned that, mathematically, practically all the drivers on the grid have a chance of winning the championship, including Verstappen and Ferrari, who he hopes will improve throughout the season.
Verstappen, who has won two races this season, has a favorable record in Spain, where he achieved his first victory in 2016. The Dutch driver has won the last three Spanish Grand Prix and has been on the podium seven consecutive times at this circuit.
Norris pointed out that Verstappen has demonstrated his speed and competitiveness, and that he doesn’t believe the fight for the championship will be limited to just the McLaren drivers.
This weekend, a change in Formula 1 regulations will also come into effect, with the FIA implementing stricter rigidity tests on the front wing.
McLaren does not expect to be affected by these changes, while other teams, such as Ferrari, suggest that they could be significant.
Norris indicated that the adjustments are minimal and will not alter the way they compete.
