Lando Norris aims for F1 title comeback, trails Verstappen
- Lando Norris is 52 points behind Max Verstappen in the F1 championship with six races remaining.
- Norris emphasizes that his friendship with Verstappen does not affect his competitive nature, stating he 'hates everyone' on the track.
- He aims to close the gap on Verstappen during the upcoming United States Grand Prix.
In the ongoing Formula 1 season, Lando Norris, a McLaren driver, is currently competing for the world championship, trailing leader Max Verstappen by 52 points with six races remaining. Despite their close friendship, which includes spending time together off the track, Norris emphasizes that this relationship does not affect his competitive spirit during races. He insists that once he puts on his helmet, he adopts a fierce attitude, stating, 'I hate everyone' when it comes to racing. Norris challenges the perception that being friendly off the track translates to being too nice on the track, arguing that it actually fuels his desire to win against those he gets along with. As the season progresses, Norris aims to close the gap on Verstappen, with the next race scheduled for the United States Grand Prix in Austin from October 18-20, 2024. This race will be crucial for Norris as he seeks to mount an unlikely comeback in the championship standings before the season finale in Abu Dhabi on December 8, 2024.