Norris says McLaren must improve despite São Paulo win

Lando Norris was blunt after winning in São Paulo: “We're still not happy at the level that we are.” He said McLaren needed to keep improving if it was to fight in 2027, even after his fourth victory of the 2026 season.

Norris started from pole but was second by Turn 1, with Kimi Antonelli taking the lead. Norris said pitting for slicks one lap earlier than Antonelli gave him a chance to apply pressure. Antonelli spun at Turn 1 on lap 21, allowing Norris to take the lead. When a late shower returned, Norris pitted again for intermediates but held on to win.

Norris credited McLaren’s strategy and said he stayed calm, avoided mistakes and had the pace when needed. He also thanked the team for its hard work, saying the win provided a little reward for that effort.