F1
Lando Norris’ boss admits what Brit ‘doesn’t have’ after Bahrain Grand Prix disaster
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has admitted that Lando Norris ‘doesn’t have’ the ability to internalise his frustrations and self-criticisms. The British racer was visibly distraught after qualifying sixth at the Bahrain Grand Prix. After McLaren showed terrifying pace during the three free practice sessions at the Sakhir International Circuit, the Woking-based squad looked to be a sure bet for a front-row lockout in qualifying. However, while team-mate Oscar Piastri delivered the goods with a pole position, Norris was only sixth-fastest.
“No big complaints,” the 25-year-old explained after stepping out of the cockpit. “The car’s amazing. The car’s as good as it has been all season, which is strong. Just I’ve been off it all weekend. I don’t know why. Just clueless on track at the minute. I don’t know. I just need a big reset, that’s all.” Norris went on to add: “I just don’t know how to approach it. I can’t figure it out. Every time I try something, it’s good for one session and then it’s the wrong thing for the next session because the wind’s changed, and I just can’t flow with the car.
