Norris Admits Letting Down McLaren After Saudi Qualifying Crash

Lando Norris expressed deep disappointment after crashing during Saudi Arabian Grand Prix qualifying, calling himself an 'idiot' and acknowledging he let down both himself and his McLaren team by taking unnecessary risks. The accident left Norris starting 10th on a circuit known for difficult overtaking, complicating both his and the team's race prospects. Despite McLaren having a competitive car, Norris admitted their advantage was not as strong as desired, with Red Bull and Mercedes closely matching their pace. Pundits and Norris himself noted that strategic missteps and errors have cost him better results in recent races, including missing a potential podium. Team principal Zak Brown remained hopeful for a race-day recovery, citing the potential for safety cars to shake up the order. Norris emphasized the need to regroup and focus on maximizing points, despite lowered expectations for a top finish.