Norris' real opportunity after coming from nowhere with 'masterpiece' lap
Summary
Lando Norris achieved pole position at the Spanish Grand Prix with an impressive qualifying lap that improved by 0.701 seconds between attempts. Despite a small mistake in the final corner that cost him time, his performance was praised by McLaren’s team leader as exceptional and showed great precision.Key Facts
- Norris improved significantly between two final qualifying laps to secure pole position.
- His last corner mistake cost him around 0.35 seconds but he still beat the championship leader by 0.011 seconds.
- McLaren team principal Andrea Stella called Norris’ lap one of the best he has seen.
- Norris said his lap was close to perfect except for the final corner.
- Norris does not use a progress display on his dashboard, instead relying on his feel during the lap.
- The new Madrid street circuit is challenging, with tight walls and little margin for error.
- Other drivers, including George Russell, have called the track very risky.
- Norris has now converted his two previous pole positions this season into race wins.
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