Stella praises Norris's adaptability after Sao Paulo win

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has pointed to Lando Norris's adaptability in mixed conditions as a key reason he ranks among Formula 1's best drivers, following his victory at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

Norris beat the Mercedes drivers to pole in a rain-affected weekend and went on to win by 14 seconds. He gave up the lead to Kimi Antonelli at the start, regaining it on Lap 20 after Antonelli spun at Turn 1 on a drying track. Max Verstappen came through from 21st on the grid to second, but Norris pulled clear when rain returned late in the race.

Stella said Norris is quick to judge how much grip is available and to adapt to the car's balance, noting that adaptability is among the most important qualities a driver can have. McLaren has also acknowledged it still has room to improve the car and its successor to the MCL40, particularly its driveability.