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Lando Norris fears the 2026 Formula 1 rule changes could widen the gaps between teams, moving away from the tightly contested competition of recent races. The McLaren driver believes the sport may not see days like the current ones again, as historical trends show big gaps emerging after regulation changes.

Lando Norris claimed the top spot in a disrupted first practice session at the IndyCar 2023 race in Montreal, setting the stage for an exciting weekend ahead. The session was marked by red flags and limited dry running, but Norris powered through to top the timesheets, followed closely by Carlos Sainz Jr. and Charles Leclerc.

In a dramatic first practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren’s Lando Norris emerged as the surprise pacesetter, posting a blistering lap time to top the timesheets ahead of Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz. The wet and changing conditions at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve forced drivers to adapt quickly, setting the stage for an intriguing qualifying and race weekend.

In a stunning turn of events, the Woking-based McLaren team has experienced a significant performance boost, leaving the team puzzled as they try to determine the underlying reasons behind this unexpected surge. With Lando Norris securing a maiden F1 victory and Oscar Piastri claiming podium finishes, the team is eager to understand how to replicate and build upon these impressive results.