Norris motivated by ‘good signs’ from Japan top-five finish

McLaren achieved their best points haul of the season at the Japanese Grand Prix, with Oscar Piastri finishing second and Lando Norris fifth. Despite technical issues in practice, the team showed strong recovery, with Norris highlighting the car's potential in clean air and successful tire management during the race. Norris noted that while the car remains challenging, finishing in the top five despite limited preparation is a promising sign for future development. He emphasized that once further improvements are made to the package, McLaren has the potential to be a formidable contender throughout the season.