Lando Norris battles brake issues during qualifying for the Italian Grand Prix

McLaren driver Lando Norris reported a mechanical issue with his braking system during the 2026 Italian Grand Prix qualifying session at Monza. Norris described inconsistent stopping power while heading into the Turn 1 chicane, which hampered his performance during his Q3 runs. The driver noted that he lacked confidence in the car when approaching high-speed zones, though he maintained that the braking problem was not the sole reason for his pace deficit. Aside from the mechanical trouble, Norris struggled with track position, as he had to lead the pack in Q3 and missed the aerodynamic benefit of a slipstream. Despite these difficulties, he secured eighth position on the starting grid. The team will look to address the brake inconsistency before Sunday's race as Norris prepares to start from the middle of the field.

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