Lando Norris Conquers McLaren’s 2027 Hypercar at Portimão
In a surprise move, Formula 1 champion Lando Norris tested McLaren’s 2027 MCL‑HY hypercar on the Algarve International Circuit after finishing third at the Spanish Grand Prix.
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The Briton drove 38 laps, covering roughly 177 km, as McLaren’s CEO Zak Brown stood on the sidelines, giving a brief engineering briefing before Norris took the wheel. “It’s a bit different – roof over my head!” the driver remarked, comparing the experience to the open‑wheel cars he’s used all season.
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Norris said the session yielded useful insight for McLaren’s upcoming World Endurance Championship push. “It was valuable for the team, and it was great to bring a fresh perspective,” he noted, stressing that it marked his first test outside an F1 car in years.
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