McLaren has decided to extend Lando Norris’ contract which will run beyond the 2025 F1 season, but no timescale given.
Having been part of McLaren family since 2018 season, where he started off in 2019, Norris will continue further on beyond the 2025 F1 season after a fresh long-term contract extension. He had one until the end of next season but he will stay on for more.
The timescale hasn’t been specified but the bare minimum should be at least two years with the upside around 4-5 seasons. Norris joins teammate Oscar Piastri with a long contract in their pockets, thereby sealing more spots on the F1 grid.
Norris has been the mainstay at McLaren for several years now, with 13 podiums and one position against his name – eyeing his first win. “It’s a great feeling to be staying in papaya,” he said. “I’ve grown up with McLaren and feel at home here, the team are like family to me.
“The journey so far has been exciting, we’ve had ups and downs, but last season showed our desire to get back to competing at the front of the grid. The work Zak, Andrea and the whole team have put in over the last year has been incredible and I’m confident in challenging for wins with McLaren. I’m excited to create more amazing memories and continue working hard with everyone at MTC for the next few years.”
Meanwhile, Zak Brown stated: “I’m delighted that we’re continuing our relationship with Lando for multiple years to come. It’s been a fantastic journey over the last six years, and he has shown fantastic commitment and desire to push the team forward and get McLaren back to the front of the grid.
“Last season we saw the fundamental role Lando played with the impressive turnaround in results and I’m looking forward to continuing this push forward together with lots more podiums.”
And finally, Andrea Stella, added: “I’m pleased to confirm the extension of our partnership with Lando on a multi-year contract beyond 2025. This reflects the commitment and confidence we have together, with our shared ambition to ultimately win championships again in the future.
“Lando has grown as a driver and a person since initially joining McLaren in 2017. He impressed last season, playing an important role in our progress throughout the year, securing seven podiums with many fantastic drives. Alongside Oscar, our exciting driver pairing will play an instrumental part in our objective to move towards the front of the grid. They have impressed in their first season together and I’m looking forward to continuing the hard work with them both on this exciting journey.”
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