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As Ghosts From the Past Continue to Haunt, Lando Norris Presents a Depressing Front Before Belgian GP

Published 07/28/2023, 5:34 AM EDT

McLaren, as a team, is achieving back-to-back podium finishes and is hoping to emulate this success in Spa Francorchamps. Lando Norris has climbed up the rankings after a poor start and currently holds the eighth spot with 60 points. Although the team’s most recent performance has seen them grow increasingly demanding given the way the MCL60 has gained a tenth of a second, there might be less of a chance that Lando Norris will present Verstappen with a difficult challenge due to his nightmares from the past at the Belgian GP. What are those past ghosts, then?

In the third Qualifying back in 2021, Lando Norris was on his way to put up a show when a massive crash occurred in hazardous conditions. The heavens totally opened and drizzled fiercely throughout the whole qualifying period. The 23-year-old driver of an MCL35 lost control as he approached Eau Rouge, causing the back of the vehicle to crash into the barrier and lose its end. It was discovered afterward that the British incurred some injuries as a result of the collision.

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And now as the weather is once again predicted to be overcast with heavy showers, Norris tough remained positive but is still haunted by memories of the past. As per Formulapassion, the 23-year-old said, “For sure it is a good opportunity to try to do well, but it is difficult to say if we will be able to be competitive in terms of balance, because the weather conditions could change the picture.” While taking a glimpse back to his past nightmare the Briton added, “A couple of years ago things went well in the wet, only to take a horrible turn. It’s obvious that we made a big step forward and we are fighting for the podium or pole, but it could still be a complicated weekend.” [Translated via Google]

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Even though the Papaya Army handed Norris a competitive vehicle, where he has shown his true skill, there are still rumors circulating in the racing community that the Briton would be persuaded to switch to Red Bull. However, the team’s CEO Zak Brown has now clarified by citing a single reason he might continue working with the Woking-based squad.

What reason did Zak Brown give behind keeping Lando Norris intact with McLaren?

During season 2023 with McLaren, Lando Norris faced many challenges. The side at once has also suffered the frustration of being the slowest on the F1 grid. However, the situation is currently positive due to recent developments favoring the side. In light of that, Zak Brown has provided a justification as to why Lando Norris might continue with the Papaya army.

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Since 2019, Norris has persisted in impressing the team, and with back-to-back podium finishes(P2) this year, McLaren appears to be making major strides. The team’s CEO Zak Brown is therefore hoped that the 23-year-old will remain with the squad and not go to Red Bull.

As per Sky Sports, the American said, “I think the way you keep him is you give him a good race car. And as long as we can give him a good race car, he loves the environment, he loves the team, he’s been on this journey. So I think as long as we keep doing that, then he’ll stick around.”

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In light of the Woking-based squad’s halfway jump, do you believe Norris will maintain his faith in the team?

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Aditya Srivastava is an F1 writer at EssentiallySports with over two years of writing experience. He developed a keen interest in the sport after the unforgettable Abu Dhabi 2021 race. As a graduate of a premier institute, Aditya is committed to producing high-quality content that is engaging, informative, and accurate.

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As Ghosts From the Past Continue to Haunt, Lando Norris Presents a Depressing Front Before Belgian GP

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