Norris breaks down the key mental reset fueling his title charge

Speaking during the Brazil Grand Prix weekend, the McLaren driver reflected on challenging periods during the season, which he worked hard to avoid. Norris further explained how being better at managing his emotions has translated into his recent results.

“It's difficult because there were certainly some periods that were much tougher back then, which I worked hard to try and avoid as much as possible, so I haven't had to deal with them,” Norris said.

“My mentality and general emotion have improved—that's a good thing for me. Not that I'm an emotional person, but I care. In terms of removing some of those cares, it's helped, and that allows me just to forget one last weekend,” he added.

Despite the progress, the British driver described this mental shift as a small achievement, especially considering the title fight remains finely poised.

“It doesn’t change anything, absolutely not. It's a very small achievement, not a bigger puzzle, but fighting for a tenth more often—something that leads to winning a race—is incredible. When there's a much bigger picture in mind, it feels like it means a lot less for a small amount of time,” he concluded.

Norris returned to the top of the drivers’ standings after a dominant weekend at the Mexico City Grand Prix. The 25-year-old continued his impressive form, claiming pole position ahead of the Sprint race for the Brazil Grand Prix.

The McLaren driver, stressing further on his newfound mental strength, stated how he can not deal with a lot more of the championship pressure compared to the start of the campaign.

“It's difficult, but I would say I'm in a much better space than I was back then, for many different reasons. I'm much better now than I was, but it's all part of the… I'm much better now than I was. It's all part of learning," he concluded.

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