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Norris says he never blames equipment if a teammate beats him

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Addressing the ongoing intra-team dynamic at Mercedes between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell, Lando Norris insisted that professional drivers must adapt their approach rather than rely on machine comfort. Even after challenging sessions against his own McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri, such as in Texas, Norris noted he solely blames his own lap execution. Meanwhile, Russell admitted he is grappling with higher tire pressures and power unit traits that penalize his early-throttle style.

Key points

  • Formula One drivers must take personal accountability and adapt their driving styles rath…: Formula One drivers must take personal accountability and adapt their driving styles rather than demanding that a car fully suit their preferences.
  • Lando Norris maintained that failing to produce a perfect lap rests on the driver regardl…: Lando Norris maintained that failing to produce a perfect lap rests on the driver regardless of machinery difficulties against a teammate.
  • George Russell continues to search for technical answers amid an erratic season where veh…: George Russell continues to search for technical answers amid an erratic season where vehicle characteristics have clashed with his driving habits.

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MEXICO CITY, Oct 30 : Formula One champion Lando Norris has a simple view of racing: If a teammate beats him then it means he needs to do a better job.

The McLaren driver says also that he always blames himself first, never his equipment.

"I don't know what else I'm going to say," the Briton said ahead of a Mexico City Grand Prix that is set to see Mercedes' Italian Kimi Antonelli succeed him as world champion and become the youngest driver, at 20, to take the title.

Antonelli has eclipsed his own teammate George Russell with nine wins to three and is 123 points clear of the more experienced Briton, who has had an erratic season of highs and lows.

Mercedes have said the current car does not suit Russell's style while the 28-year-old says he is still searching for answers.

NOT DONE A GOOD ENOUGH JOB

"If my teammate beats me in a car, I've not done a good enough job," said Norris, last year's winner in Mexico City, when asked about the Mercedes situation, setting out…

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