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Norris ‘hopeful’ recent car issue will be cured in Singapore

Lando Norris has offered an honest assessment of McLaren’s last two race weekends, stating that he and the team have “underperformed” and “need to do a better job” moving forward.

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 2:02 PM
Norris ‘hopeful’ recent car issue will be cured in Singapore
Key Things to Know
  • Lando Norris hopes McLaren has cured recent straight-line speed issues ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix.
  • Norris admitted McLaren underperformed at Baku and Sepang after failing to secure a podium finish.
  • The British driver previously won the Singapore Grand Prix from pole position in 2024.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Lando Norris expressed hope that McLaren has resolved the straight-line speed issues that hindered his performance in recent races at Baku and Sepang. Speaking ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix at Marina Bay Street Circuit, the British driver admitted that both he and the team have underperformed and need to do a better job to recapture their earlier mid-season form.

McLaren struggled for raw pace against Red Bull, Mercedes, and Ferrari across the last two rounds, with neither Norris nor teammate Oscar Piastri reaching the podium. McLaren currently sits third in the constructors' standings on 316 points, trailing leaders Mercedes and second-placed Ferrari.

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