Slow start makes me want to stay - Norris extends McLaren deal to 2030
In an exclusive BBC Sport interview, Lando Norris explains why he has signed a new contract that will keep him at McLaren until at least the end of 2030.
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Notable Quotes
""There was some interest from elsewhere, but I don't want to go anywhere.""
— Lando Norris , Athlete
""That's why it really was probably one of the easiest decisions I've made since being in Formula 1.""
— Lando Norris , Athlete
""I want to believe that bond stays as strong as it is now 'til I do retire in my career at Formula 1.""
— Lando Norris , Athlete
""In fact, it's more the opposite. It makes me want to stick with the people that I am with because I believe we can fight back through most circumstances and all circumstances.""
— Lando Norris , Athlete
Key People
Andrea Stella is the team principal of McLaren Racing.
Kimi Antonelli is an Italian Formula 1 racing driver competing for Mercedes.
British racing driver and defending champion in Formula 1.
Zak Brown is the CEO of McLaren Racing, overseeing the Formula 1 team.
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In an exclusive BBC Sport interview, Lando Norris explains why he has signed a new contract that will keep him at McLaren until at least the end of 2030.
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