Martin Brundle urges Lando Norris to ‘not be so hard on himself’

Martin Brundle gave a few words of wisdom to Lando Norris for being too self critical.

Martin Brundle urges Lando Norris to ‘not be so hard on himself’

Martin Brundle [L], Lando Norris [R] (images via IMAGO)

Lando Norris has established himself as one of the most talented drivers on the F1 grid. However, the British driver has made a few mistakes over the years that have hampered his prospects. The McLaren driver has always admitted his faults in the media. Now, F1 presenter Martin Brundle has given Norris a piece of advice.

The McLaren driver claimed that he has been struggling with a one-lap pace. However, Lando Norris went on to take pole for the Sprint race at the Brazilian GP. Subsequently, Brundle advised the 23-year-old to stop being hard on himself. Martin Brundle admitted that Norris had not asked for any advice. Although, Brundle wanted to give the 23-year-old some words of wisdom.

I would say I admire your humility and your honesty. Don’t be so hard on yourself, to give you a piece of advice you haven’t asked for.

Martin Brundle said as reported by PlanetF1

The former F1 driver respected Norris’ humility and honesty. Additionally, the F1 presenter believed that Lando Norris shouldn’t pressure himself. As the F1 paddock would do the job for him and criticize every aspect of his driving. Certainly, Norris has faced some harsh judgment from critics and fans over the years.

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The Briton joined McLaren in 2019 and has stayed with the team ever since. Norris has blended himself perfectly with the Woking-based team and shares great relations with CEO Zak Brown and Team Principal Andrea Stella. The 23-year-old has worked together with the British team in its journey to come back to the front of the grid.

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Oscar Piastri [L], Lando Norris [R] (image via IMAGO)

Lando Norris has delivered some outstanding results in the latter half of the season with multiple podiums to his name. However, Norris’ rookie teammate Oscar Piastri has had an equally impressive campaign as well. Piastri even claimed the F1 Sprint victory at the Qatar GP, bringing the team’s first win in a GP weekend since Daniel Ricciardo’s Monza victory in 2021.

The two McLaren drivers have bounced back after a difficult start to the 2023 season. Norris and Piastri have managed to score a massive points haul in recent rounds and have outscored Aston Martin in the standings. Certainly, the entire paddock would be looking forward to seeing how the Woking-based team performs in 2024.

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