Norris says results do not tell the full story of his 2026 season

After a run of modest results, Lando Norris had fallen to sixth in the championship. The reigning world champion says his 2026 season should not be judged on results alone: in many respects, he believes he has driven very well, even when the results have not reflected it.

Norris made the comments in an interview with outlets including RacingNews365. He said Formula 1 puts too much emphasis on results and that he can do little but keep working hard and try again next year.

Norris said he could still finish second, but that position would not satisfy him unless he was fighting for the title. Looking back in five years, he said, what will matter is whether he got the maximum from each race. He points to his two wins and his race in Spain as reasons he considers 2026 a very good season.