What Lando Norris' contract extension means for McLaren and Oscar Piastri
With what is undoubtedly coming with a salary befitting a world champion, Lando Norris has put pen to paper to a deal tying him to the Woking-based team until 2030, with options for multiple additional years after that, taking Norris into his 30s. Imagining Norris wearing a different-coloured race suit has always felt like a mind-bending exercise. Now, the 26-year-old's bumper McLaren contract…
McLaren has extended its contract with world champion Lando Norris until at least 2030, keeping the 26-year-old at the Formula 1 team for the foreseeable future. Norris, who joined the team in 2019 as a junior driver, has won 13 grands prix, 18 poles, and 48 podiums during his tenure. In a statement, Norris expressed his excitement about the team's future and McLaren's achievement of championship status.
Team principal Andrea Stella praised Norris, calling him an exceptional driver with outstanding speed, maturity, and consistency. Stella highlighted Norris' role in bringing McLaren to the forefront of Formula 1, stating that his continued presence will provide valuable continuity and reinforce the team's confidence in their direction.
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