Lando Norris claims he ‘hates everyone’ on the track amidst 2024 tussle with Max Verstappen
McLaren star Lando Norris gave an insight into his mentality as he chases Max Verstappen for the 2024 F1 title.
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Lando Norris and Max Verstappen (via IMAGO)
McLaren driver Lando Norris has shared his thoughts on the championship battle this season. Norris and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen are the top prospects to claim the driver’s championship title this year.
Lando Norris has put in some strong performances this season, amassing three wins and 11 podiums so far. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen leads the title race and sits 52 points ahead of Norris despite a dip in performances recently.
Norris has given an insight into his competitive spirit ahead of the last six races of the season. The 24-year-old claimed that he is sharply focused on his goal and sees no friends when on the track.
As soon as I put the helmet on, I hate everyone. That doesn’t change.
Lando Norris told The Athletic
The Brit now requires a win in each race here on if he wishes to overtake Verstappen in the title race. McLaren’s current form will be a boost to Norris’ hopes as Formula 1 returns to action in Austin this month.
Ex Alpine team principal urges Lando Norris to adopt a more positive approach
Former Alpine team principal Otmar Szafnauer has given his thoughts on Lando Norris’ form this season. Szafnauer also offered some words of advice to the 24-year-old, who is currently chasing his maiden drivers’ title.
Otmar Szafnauer stated that the British driver is too harsh on himself for mistakes not within his control. Norris has been central to widespread criticism for his failure to hold the lead in races despite starting on pole five times this season.
He can be really hard on himself. You know he blames himself for a lot of things. I think if you can just change that to being a bit more positive.
Otmar Szafnauer said on the High Performance Podcast
Norris’ mistakes have cost the Woking-based team quite heavily on some occasions. However, one cannot argue with his contributions in helping the team lead the Constructors’ Championship for the first time since 2014.
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