Norris explains McLaren's grid penalty for Belgian Grand Prix

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Norris explains McLaren's grid penalty for Belgian Grand Prix
Summary

Lando Norris will serve a 10-place grid penalty at the Belgian Grand Prix due to McLaren's decision to fit a new power electronics unit. This move comes after reliability issues that impacted both Norris and championship leader Kimi Antonelli earlier in the season. Norris acknowledged that they have exceeded the permitted number of allocated power electronics units, adding that the upgraded components would be crucial for performance in upcoming races. He expressed hope that the new rear wing being introduced in Belgium could provide some improvement.

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  • Norris takes a 10-place grid penalty for reliability upgrades.
  • McLaren has struggled with performance compared to rivals this season.
  • Norris hopes upcoming upgrades can enhance car performance.
  • The new rear wing is a small step towards improvement.
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Lando Norris has explained why McLaren has decided to take a 10-place grid drop for the reigning World Champion at this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix.

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