McLaren driver Lando Norris has achieved a significant milestone despite finishing P4 at the United States GP on Sunday. He is now the highest point scorer with 930 points in the history of the Woking-based team. Lando Norris has surpassed Lewis Hamilton, who earlier held the record with 913 points for the Papayas.
The 24-year-old has been in fine form for his team, winning three races and securing 11 podiums so far this campaign. Norris failed to capitalize on his pole position to win the race in Austin but will be pleased with his achievement for the team. He currently stands second in the drivers’ championship with five races to go till the end of the season.
Lando just beat Lewis’ record of 913 points for Mclaren, Jenson was right behind at 908 points 🥲 https://t. co/II744bSLla— joy ⁴ (@onlyfourlando) October 21, 2024The Brit is currently on a deal with McLaren until the end of 2026, which offers him opportunities to surpass many more milestones. He will look to end this season on a high as Formula 1 goes underway in Mexico this week.
RELATEDHelmut Marko labels Max Verstappen’s US GP podium as ‘turning point’ for 2024 championshipLando Norris regrets not doing enough after missing out on winning at the US GPLando Norris has faltered during the crucial moments of a race despite showcasing some of his best performances this season. His talent coupled with McLaren’s pace would have helped the former win many more times this year. Lando Norris (via IMAGO)Norris has taken the blame for his lackluster performance at the US GP.
He has vouched to improve in the upcoming races and has also urged his team to make better efforts with the MCL38. It’s tough when you’re on the limit and you’re trying your best, tyres are old and hot and it’s slidey, it’s easy to make mistakes – those things happen. But, yeah, I didn’t do enough today, I didn’t drive well enough – I get that, so I need to make some improvements.
Lando Norris said (via Formula1. com)RELATEDFred Vasseur urges Ferrari to ‘stay calm’ over 2024 title after Charles Leclerc’s US GP triumphThe Woking-based team has shown weakness around tracks with heavy braking zones this season. With the races of Brazil, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi in mind, they will set forth to secure maximum points from here on.
