Commotion in the McLaren garage
Update 07:45 – Norris is still in the pits and has not lined up on the starting grid before the pit lane closed.
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Lando Norris’s Chinese GP risked not even starting. In fact, electronic problems were found on the reigning world champion’s McLaren.
The mechanics removed the floor of the British driver’s car to investigate and resolve the issues found. McLaren has communicated that they are confident they have restored the correct functioning of the car and that preparations are underway to bring Norris to the starting grid.
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Lando Norris will start on the third row from the sixth spot on the starting grid alongside teammate Oscar Piastri.
