Can Lando Norris defend his F1 title? Here’s what the Miami GP will tell us about McLaren’s chances
Formula 1 returns in Miami after a five-week break, with regulatory changes aimed at improving safety and racing excitement. Lando Norris and McLaren face scrutiny over their championship credentials despite a rocky start to the season. The Miami Grand Prix will serve as a key indicator of whether McLaren can maintain their title challenge.
- ▪McLaren Racing's value has grown from £560m in 2020 to an estimated £4bn as of September 2025.
- ▪The 2026 Miami GP introduces revised regulations to encourage flat-out qualifying and reduce high-speed crash risks.
- ▪Lando Norris remains optimistic about the championship despite McLaren's inconsistent start to the season.
- ▪McLaren recently expanded into golf equipment, signing golfer Justin Rose in a corporate branding initiative.
- ▪The Miami International Autodrome hosts its fifth edition of the street circuit around Hard Rock Stadium.
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