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    Home - F1 - How McLaren plans to solve Norris’ F1 2025 qualifying woes
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    How McLaren plans to solve Norris’ F1 2025 qualifying woes

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    How McLaren plans to solve Norris’ F1 2025 qualifying woes

    Mclaren Targets Improvements for Lando Norris’ 2025 Qualifying Struggles

    Lando Norris’ challenges in mastering the 2025 McLaren during qualifying have been a focal point of the season. As the young driver battles team-mate Oscar Piastri, he acknowledges the difficulties in extracting optimal performance from a car that has provided him with less feedback and responsiveness, particularly during the crucial top-10 shootouts.

    How McLaren Plans to Resolve Norris’ Qualifying Issues

    Norris has expressed frustration over the lack of front axle feedback, commonly referred to as ‘cueing’. This sensation has hindered his ability to push the car to its limits during qualifying. Technical director Neil Houldey elaborated on the team’s approach to enhance Norris’ connection with the car, detailing the measures being taken to rectify these issues.

    Understanding the Challenges

    The 2025 McLaren, while competitive, has proven to be a technical puzzle. Norris has struggled with a perceived ‘numbness’ in the car’s front axle, affecting his cornering precision. This lack of communication from the machine has made it difficult for him to replicate optimal qualifying laps, while Piastri has demonstrated more consistent performance with four poles compared to Norris’ two.

    Technical Adjustments in Progress

    To tackle these problems, Norris has dedicated significant time in the McLaren simulator to dissect the car’s handling traits. The team has focused on subtle adjustments to the suspension geometry, which Norris recently trialled successfully in Canada. "It’s about helping him feel the tyres on the limit a bit better," Houldey stated. “We expect that these adjustments will yield improvements moving forward.”

    Balancing Performance and Responsiveness

    However, the process has not been without complications. The team had to carefully consider the potential trade-offs involved in enhancing front-end responsiveness without compromising the car’s overall performance. After early testing reassured them, McLaren has begun implementing these changes with confidence.

    Continued Development

    Further adjustments were made ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, which included revisions to the front suspension fairings. Both Norris and Piastri are set to benefit from these upgrades as they strive for better qualifying performances.

    Looking Ahead

    Norris has acknowledged the mistakes he’s made in recent races—issues that extend beyond mechanical challenges. After a disappointing qualifying effort in Montreal, he is optimistic about the upcoming race in Austria as an opportunity to reduce his 22-point gap to Piastri. "The suspension changes aim to give me a better feel, which could, in turn, unlock more performance," he commented.

    As McLaren continues to refine the MCL39, all eyes will be on Norris to see if these adjustments can help him bridge the gap and enhance his qualifying form throughout the remainder of the season.

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