F1: Briton Norris to race for McLaren until 2025 – Gulf Digital News

F1: Briton Norris to race for McLaren until 2025 – Gulf Digital News

London: Lando Norris will remain a McLaren Formula One driver until at least the end of 2025 after committing to a new four-year deal, the Woking-based former champions said on Wednesday.

The 22-year-old, whose four podium finishes earned him sixth in the overall standings and secured fourth in the constructors' battle for McLaren in 2021, had been handed a multi-year contract extension last year.

The new deal locks the Briton down at McLaren for the entirety of the current rules era, starting with this year's new-look cars, during which the Woking-based team hope to rekindle their former championship-challenging form.

His team mate is Australian Daniel Ricciardo whose contract runs until the end of 2023.

"The opportunity to extend our relationship with Lando reflect not only our commitment but our belief and confidence in his talent," team principal Andreas Seidl said in a statement.

"It is also a strong sign of trust and commitment from Lando in us as a team and our journey to world championship contention."

Norris made his Formula One debut with McLaren in 2019 after graduating from a test and reserve role.

Last season was his best yet, with the 22-year-old very nearly claiming a first win from a maiden pole position in