## Red Bull’s Helmut Marko Questions Lando Norris’ Mental Strength
In a recent statement, Helmut Marko, the CEO of Red Bull, expressed doubts about McLaren driver Lando Norris’s mental fortitude. Marko revealed that he has insights into the pre-race rituals Norris employs to perform well but believes the young driver is lacking in mental strength.
Red Bull Racing, despite a strong start to the current season with four wins in the first five races, is facing challenges as McLaren has taken the lead in the constructors’ championship. Max Verstappen, Red Bull’s star driver, still holds a 52-point advantage over Norris in the driver standings, but McLaren’s recent performances have been impressive.
Since the Miami race weekend, McLaren has demonstrated superior performance, although Norris has not always capitalized on the team’s potential. Marko continues to praise Verstappen as the top and fastest driver, mentioning that he possesses the mental strength required to contend for championships, unlike Leclerc and Norris.
With six race weekends remaining, the pressure is on 24-year-old Norris to maximize points if he intends to challenge Verstappen for the championship. Marko’s comments suggest that mental resilience could be a crucial factor in determining the outcome of this year’s championship battle.
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