Johnny Herbert tells Lando Norris what he needs to do to beat Max Verstappen next year
The British driver claimed four victories and helped McLaren to their first F1 constructors’ crown since 1998.Poor starts and wheel-to-wheel combat against Verstappen cost him crucial points, allowing the Dutchman to ultimately take the title at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.“Norris needs to stand up to Verstappen more often,” Herbert said. “He has been very open that maybe he hasn’t brought his A-game this year.“This is a really good moment where many drivers are thinking the same as Max has done.
“It might well be scrappy next year but that’s what you want in Formula 1, some sharp elbows, allied to common sense. Max loads pressure on everyone.”Norris himself has been open about the fact he needs to “step it up” next season. At the post-season FIA prize-giving ceremony, Norris accepted that Verstappen had been the better driver.
The McLaren driver also retracted his “just luck” swipe towards his rival following Verstappen’s win from 17th on the grid at the São Paulo Grand Prix. While Norris was incredible in qualifying, beating Piastri 20-4 on a Saturday, he will be disappointed by a number of his poor starts and subpar strategy calls by McLaren.Get the latest F1 news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox
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