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Norris Slams F1 Overhaul: 'Best to Worst' Cars!
7 Mar
Summary
- Lando Norris calls F1 cars the worst after a recent overhaul.
- New F1 driving demands focus on energy harvesting and battery management.
- McLaren struggled in Australian Grand Prix qualifying, behind Mercedes.
Lando Norris, the reigning Formula One champion, expressed severe disappointment with the sport's recent engine and chassis overhaul. He stated that the changes have transformed the cars from the "best ever" and most enjoyable to drive into arguably the "worst." This sentiment stems from the new driving requirements, which heavily focus on energy harvesting and managing battery power, creating a challenging experience for drivers.
During qualifying for the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, Norris struggled with reliability and setup issues. The new emphasis on regenerative braking and battery management requires drivers to decelerate significantly before corners and manage pack levels carefully. Despite these challenges, Norris secured sixth place in qualifying, although his car suffered damage from debris on the track.
McLaren's performance in qualifying was notably off the pace compared to their Mercedes counterparts. While powered by Mercedes engines, McLaren's Oscar Piastri qualified fifth, over eight-tenths of a second behind pole-sitter George Russell. Team principal Andrea Stella acknowledged the need to collaborate with Mercedes HPP to improve power unit performance, noting that Mercedes' own qualifying results suggest untapped potential.
