McLaren's Zak Brown hailed Lando Norris as "everyone's favorite driver" following the Briton's maiden Grand Prix victory in Miami on Sunday. It marked a significant moment for Norris, who, after six seasons and 110 starts, finally clinched the top spot on the podium, with his previous best finish being second place. Brown expressed his delight for Norris, emphasizing the widespread support and admiration the young driver garners within the racing community.
The pivotal moment in Sunday's Grand Prix came as Norris capitalized on the race restart with 27 laps remaining, outmaneuvering Red Bull's world champion Max Verstappen to secure the win. Brown noted Norris's popularity, stating he's rarely encountered anyone who doesn't hold the driver in high regard. He suggested that Norris's victory could potentially signal a shift in Red Bull's dominance, especially with chief technical officer Adrian Newey leaving the team and uncertainties surrounding Verstappen's future.
However, Brown cautioned against prematurely writing off Red Bull's competitiveness, acknowledging the team's ongoing challenges and the potential impact of Newey's departure. While he didn't dismiss the possibility of McLaren pursuing Newey, Brown emphasized the need for continuous improvement in Formula One, highlighting the ever-evolving nature of the sport. Looking ahead to the next race in Imola, Italy, Brown stressed the importance of staying proactive and agile, emphasizing that stagnation in Formula One inevitably leads to regression.
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