Lando Norris Shocks in Las Vegas Grand Prix Qualifying
Lando Norris, McLaren driver, starred in an unexpected performance in the qualifying of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, securing pole position in rainy conditions, something that was not expected after a previous nap. Norris outperformed Max Verstappen by 0.323 seconds, demonstrating his skill on the wet track. His teammate, Oscar Piastri, qualified in fifth place, which opens the door for Norris to consolidate his position in the championship.Norris, who initially downplayed McLaren’s expectations at this street circuit, was surprised by the performance of his single-seater on the low-grip surface. The British driver admitted that his expectations were low before the weekend, but the team’s performance pleasantly surprised him. Norris will start ahead of Verstappen and Carlos Sainz, giving him a strategic advantage for the race. Despite the favorable starting position, Norris remains cautious about the possibilities in the race. The British driver highlighted the lack of experience in long runs and the uncertainty regarding tire strategy. Norris expects a close race, with Verstappen and Sainz as direct rivals, and acknowledges that the weather conditions could influence the result. The McLaren driver concluded by expressing his satisfaction with his current position and anticipating an exciting competition.To be honest, I was taking a quick nap before qualifying and was hoping it would be dry, but I woke up and saw it was raining. I thought, oh, shit, this isn’t going to go well, but nobody has driven here before in the rain and it’s difficult to know what to expect.
Lando Norris
