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Positive reactions to Norris' contract extension at McLaren, but also criticism
Lando Norris has signed a multi-year contract at McLaren, he and the team announced Wednesday. That means they will continue with their current drivers for the time being, as Daniel Ricciardo is also there until at least the end of 2022. The British team has two of the most sympathetic drivers in the field, and in general Norris has a great favor factor. But does everyone think so?
Positive reactions to Norris contract extension
As expected, the majority of the reactions are positive. Of course, McLaren itself responds to the news, and given the performance of Norris lately, the team will be just as happy with the news as the driver himself.
More years at McLaren incoming. @LandoNorris pic.twitter.com/HDKWK4EDAe
— McLaren (@McLarenF1) May 19, 2021
Now the good news is out there, let’s hear from the man himself shall we?
— McLaren (@McLarenF1) May 19, 2021
Take it away, @LandoNorris… pic.twitter.com/GcnXtseRKn
Reactions from Formula 1 and McLaren fans worldwide
The reactions of fans around the world are also mostly positive, although there are some bitter reactions here and there. The commenter below is less happy with the news, but he seems to hate everyone except Daniel Ricciardo.
Lando Norris starter pack:
— DANIEL RICCIARDO FAN (@Hilbertspace3) May 19, 2021
-Useless driving around
-Failed overtake attempts
-Inaccurate race starts
-0 wins
-Shouting and Overreacting for PR
-Praying for Team order
-instagram live merchant
And then cover it up with twitch streams.
Fraud in my book.
Mostly positive reactions
Fortunately, most people are happy with the news.
Happy for Lando Norris. That's fully deserved. McLaren going long term with both drivers,sweet.
— Makanaki (@Ambivertti) May 19, 2021
Over the moon - bring on the future. Let’s get that first win
— Lando Norris Updates (@LandoUpdates) May 19, 2021
McLaren & Lando are such a great combination bring on the future!
— Owen Davies (@f1mclarenfan) May 19, 2021
Next: World Domination. pic.twitter.com/ABN9b1XALi
— Mr. Pigz (@MisterPigz) May 19, 2021
At the start of the season, and mainly last season I thought Lando was a bit overrated and popular with the youngsters, as he was streaming and all. Now, after only 4 races in the Championship, I can humbly say that Lando Norris has the upmost potential to become a World Champion https://t.co/XPg0fl21HH
— Rayaan Alvi (@AlviRayaan) May 19, 2021
If Lando Norris isn't the most exciting young driver in @F1, then who is? pic.twitter.com/2WP8IrjSsf
— NOW Sport (@NOWSport) May 19, 2021
