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Lando Norris locks in his long-term F1 future at McLaren with contract extension to at least 2030

LONDON (AP) — Defending world champion Lando Norris has extended his contract with McLaren until at least the end of 2030, the F1 team said Saturday. McLaren said the new deal features “a multi-year…

Defending Formula One world champion Lando Norris has penned a contract extension with McLaren, ensuring his long-term future with the team until at least the end of 2030, the F1 outfit announced on Saturday. The British driver, 26, told reporters that McLaren is "my home" and expressed satisfaction with the new deal. McLaren's financial terms, valued at up to $35 million annually, were not disclosed.

Prior to the summer break, Norris claimed McLaren's maiden drivers' championship since Lewis Hamilton's victory in 2008. The team aims to maintain their winning streak, as they are currently fourth in the standings, 83 points behind race leader Kimi Antonelli.

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