Lando Norris Extends McLaren Stay

The McLaren Formula 1 Team has solidified its commitment to Lando Norris with the announcement of a renewed multi-year agreement, ensuring the driver’s continued presence in the team’s distinctive papaya livery for the foreseeable future.

Having previously secured a four-year deal in February 2022 that would keep him at McLaren until the conclusion of the 2025 season, this latest contract extension guarantees Norris’s stay with the team will extend beyond that term. This reaffirms a partnership that has already spanned six years with McLaren Racing.

Norris delivered his most successful season to date in 2023, amassing 205 points and securing a sixth-place finish in the FIA Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship.

Now 24 years old and with over 100 Grand Prix starts to his name, Norris achieved six runner-up finishes during the last season. His notable performance at the British Grand Prix saw him become the first McLaren driver to achieve a podium finish at Silverstone since 2010. Additionally, Norris earned a third-place finish at the Qatar Grand Prix and achieved two podiums in sprint races.

McLaren has a track record in developing new talent to compete at the very top of motorsport. Consistent support of young talented drivers remains a core value of the team and with Oscar Piastri’s contract extension announced in September 2023, McLaren’s Formula 1 team line-up of Lando and Oscar is confirmed until at least the end of 2026.  

The exciting pair impressed in their maiden season as teammates, securing back-to-back double podiums with silverware in Japan and Qatar. The team finished the year with 302 points as McLaren climbed to fourth in the FIA Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship. 

Having spent his entire Formula 1 career with McLaren, Lando’s commitment and experience will play a vital role in the team’s ambitions going forward as they look to build on the strong momentum gained from the second half of last season.  

Lando Norris

“It’s a great feeling to be staying in papaya. I’ve grown up with McLaren and feel at home here, the team are like family to me. The journey so far has been exciting, we’ve had ups and downs, but last season showed our desire to get back to competing at the front of the grid. 

“The work Zak, Andrea and the whole team have put in over the last year has been incredible and I’m confident in challenging for wins with McLaren. I’m excited to create more amazing memories and continue working hard with everyone at MTC for the next few years.” 

Zak Brown, CEO, McLaren Racing

“I’m delighted that we’re continuing our relationship with Lando for multiple years to come. It’s been a fantastic journey over the last six years, and he has shown fantastic commitment and desire to push the team forward and get McLaren back to the front of the grid.  

“Last season we saw the fundamental role Lando played with the impressive turnaround in results and I’m looking forward to continuing this push forward together with lots more podiums.” 

Andrea Stella, Team Principal, McLaren F1 

“I’m pleased to confirm the extension of our partnership with Lando on a multi-year contract beyond 2025. This reflects the commitment and confidence we have together, with our shared ambition to ultimately win championships again in the future.  

“Lando has grown as a driver and a person since initially joining McLaren in 2017. He impressed last season, playing an important role in our progress throughout the year, securing seven podiums with many fantastic drives.  

“Alongside Oscar, our exciting driver pairing will play an instrumental part in our objective to move towards the front of the grid. They have impressed in their first season together and I’m looking forward to continuing the hard work with them both on this exciting journey.”