Lando Norris Dismisses Momentum in Title Fight
Lando Norris, McLaren driver, has downplayed the idea that momentum is on his side as he prepares to resume his intense title battle with teammate Oscar Piastri. Norris is nine points behind Piastri, with ten races remaining in the Formula 1 season, which returns to action this weekend at the Dutch Grand Prix after the summer break. The British driver won the last race in Hungary, overcoming the strategy before fending off a late attack from Piastri to achieve his fifth victory of the season, and the third in the last four races. However, the 25-year-old is not a big believer in momentum and prefers to focus on each race as he seeks his first world title.Norris went on to explain that a good career can give more confidence and knowledge, but the “momentum” can have a deeper meaning. According to Norris, momentum could influence confidence, knowledge, and mindset, but it doesn’t guarantee continued success. He stated he felt good and prepared for the challenging second half of the season, focusing on each race in the pursuit of the championship. Norris has been critical of himself on several occasions during the season, especially when Piastri built a lead in the championship by winning four of the first six races. The Bristol driver called himself an “idiot” after crashing in qualifying in Saudi Arabia and also collided with Piastri in Canada, being out of the race. Although Norris admits he would like to change certain moments of the season, he insists that he prefers not to have regrets. Norris reflected on the decisions made, mentioning an error in the classification of China that cost him important points and an incident in Canada. Despite these moments, Norris does not regret his decisions, considering them opportunities for learning and growth for the future.I tend to say I don’t believe in it and I don’t really say I have it. I find it quite easy to set up races one at a time.
Lando Norris
