Lando Norris criticizes F1 speed limiters after Mexico City GP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 11:24 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
Lando Norris expressed frustration over Formula 1's top speed limiters following the Mexico City Grand Prix. During the race, Norris claimed the artificial speed cap hindered overtaking, rendering slipstreaming less effective. He compared F1 cars to MotoGP bikes, arguing that the regulations unnecessarily restrict speed. Despite his criticism, he acknowledged that McLaren's performance issues also played a role in his struggles during the race. Norris suggested a simple adjustment to the limiter could improve the situation for next season.
- •Norris criticized the artificial speed cap during the Mexico City GP.
- •He argued that current regulations limit effective overtaking maneuvers.
- •Norris compared F1 cars to MotoGP bikes, suggesting F1 should be faster.
- •He called for a simple software fix to increase the limiter.
- •Norris acknowledged McLaren's pace as a factor in missing the podium.
- 11:24 PMYahoo Sports — Lando Norris blasts F1 top speed limiters: “We should easily go quicker than a motorbike”
- 11:24 PMMotorsport.com — Lando Norris blasts F1 top speed limiters: “We should easily go quicker than a motorbike”
"Riding in the slipstream is supposed to be the ultimate offensive weapon for a Formula 1 driver. But according to Lando Norris, the current technical regulations have turned the draft into something a little less useful. Trapped in a train throughout the Mexico City Grand Prix, the McLaren driver vented his frustrations over F1's car. He argued that the artificial ceiling, created by a cap on ...Keep reading
"Lando Norris blasts F1's limiter for ruining racing at the Mexico City GP, comparing the cars to MotoGP bikes
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 4, 2026, 11:24 PMLando Norris blasts F1 top speed limiters: “We should easily go quicker than a motorbike”
Lando Norris blasts F1's limiter for ruining racing at the Mexico City GP, comparing the cars to MotoGP bikes
- Motorsport.comNov 4, 2026, 11:24 PMLando Norris blasts F1 top speed limiters: “We should easily go quicker than a motorbike”
Riding in the slipstream is supposed to be the ultimate offensive weapon for a Formula 1 driver. But according to Lando Norris, the current technical regulations have turned the draft into something a little less useful. Trapped in a train throughout the Mexico City Grand Prix, the McLaren driver vented his frustrations over F1's car. He argued that the artificial ceiling, created by a cap on ...Keep reading
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