McLaren CEO Zak Brown acknowledges the challenge of managing championship-contending drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in 2025, after the team’s Constructors’ Championship win. While both drivers aim for the Drivers’ Championship, Brown emphasizes their strong teamwork and clean racing style.
Lando Norris defied team orders in the Qatar Grand Prix Sprint, strategically slowing down to allow teammate Oscar Piastri to win, fulfilling a pre-arranged agreement from the Brazilian Grand Prix. This strategic move bolstered McLaren’s lead in the Constructors’ Championship.
Former Aston Martin strategist Bernie Collins believes a lack of trust and communication between Lando Norris and his McLaren pit wall has played a crucial role in his championship bid against Max Verstappen. While Norris has been consistently strong since mid-season, Verstappen’s early dominance in the first five races proved insurmountable.
The Sao Paulo Grand Prix qualifying session has been postponed until Sunday morning due to torrential rain and thunderstorms that made track conditions unsafe. This delay adds another layer of intrigue to the already intense championship battle between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, who won the Sprint race earlier on Saturday.
Lando Norris secured victory in the Sprint race at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, taking advantage of a strategic move by his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri. This win brought Norris closer to Max Verstappen in the championship standings, with the Red Bull driver facing a penalty for an engine change in Sunday’s main race. Verstappen, meanwhile, faces a stewards’ investigation for a potential Virtual Safety Car infringement.
Lando Norris, despite qualifying ahead of championship rival Max Verstappen for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix Sprint, showed his frustration with constant questions about the Dutchman. Despite McLaren’s impressive pace, Norris remains cautious, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of the race. Meanwhile, Verstappen struggles with the track’s bumpy surface and faces a challenging weekend with penalties and a less competitive car.
Oscar Piastri snatched pole position for the Sprint race at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, edging out teammate Lando Norris in a McLaren one-two. Max Verstappen, despite being 47 points clear in the championship, could only manage fourth place. The Sprint promises excitement, with eight points up for grabs for the drivers.
Lando Norris dominated the only practice session for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, setting the fastest time ahead of Sprint Qualifying. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen faces a five-place grid penalty for Sunday’s race due to an engine change. British driver Oliver Bearman impressed, standing in for the unwell Kevin Magnussen.
This weekend saw Ducati secure its fifth consecutive Constructors’ World Championship in MotoGP, McLaren’s Lando Norris dominate the Singapore Grand Prix, and Kyle Larson dominate the Bristol Motor Speedway NASCAR race. The NASCAR Playoffs are underway with the Round of 12 about to start, while the MotoGP championship battle heats up.
Lando Norris secured a dominant victory at the Singapore Grand Prix, taking the chequered flag from pole position. His win narrows the gap to championship leader Max Verstappen, who finished second. McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri’s third-place finish extends their lead in the constructors’ championship.
