Lando Norris struggles in McLaren but shows potential amid wind shifts
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 8:46 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Lando Norris expressed disappointment after a challenging Friday in his upgraded McLaren at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Despite the team's efforts to improve from last season, Norris finished half a second off the pace during practice. However, changing wind conditions offered him a glimpse of potential that could influence performance in the upcoming sessions. The upgraded car's impact remains to be seen as the race weekend progresses.
- •Lando Norris tested an upgraded McLaren at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
- •He finished practice half a second off the best time.
- •Changing wind conditions may provide a competitive edge.
- •Next sessions will determine the effectiveness of the upgrades.
"Lando Norris got out of his McLaren on Friday disappointed. His car had been upgraded this weekend as part of the team’s attempt to turn their title-defending season around, but ending the day half a second off the pace looked more like a minor step than a game-changing one. Then the wind changed.
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