Norris rues ‘pretty bad day’ after FP2 issues in Japan

Lando Norris faced a challenging Friday at the Japanese Grand Prix, marred by technical issues that limited his track time. A hydraulic leak discovered in FP1 persisted into FP2, forcing the Briton to miss significant running and leaving him feeling "on the back foot" compared to his peers. Despite the frustrations, his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri showcased strong pace by topping the timesheets in FP2. McLaren Racing Director Randy Singh noted that while the team successfully maximized their limited data, they remain cautious about their competitive position, maintaining a realistic outlook for the remainder of the race weekend.