• Latest
Marko Backs Verstappen to Outlast Norris in F1 Title Fight

Marko Backs Verstappen to Outlast Norris in F1 Title Fight

9 months ago
Rugby Cranes Back Home After Tour of Southern Africa

Rugby Cranes Back Home After Tour of Southern Africa

13 hours ago
Norris Says Austrian GP Pole “Close to Perfection”

Norris Says Austrian GP Pole “Close to Perfection”

13 hours ago
Rising Star Malcolm Okello Excited After First Senior National Team Call-Up

Uganda’s Rugby Prodigy: Malcolm Okello’s Unstoppable Journey

13 hours ago
Klopp Blasts Club World Cup as “Worst Idea Ever” Amid Player Welfare Fears

Klopp Blasts Club World Cup as “Worst Idea Ever” Amid Player Welfare Fears

13 hours ago
Amus College are the 2025 FUFA Women’s Cup Champions

Amus College are the 2025 FUFA Women’s Cup Champions

15 hours ago
Norris Storms to Pole in Austria

Norris Storms to Pole in Austria

15 hours ago
Four Games, One Ticket: Why UGX 30K is a Try-Worthy Deal for the Rugby Africa Cup

Four Games, One Ticket: Why UGX 30K is a Try-Worthy Deal for the Rugby Africa Cup

18 hours ago
British Tennis Star Heather Watson Reveals First Death Threat at 18

British Tennis Star Heather Watson Reveals First Death Threat at 18

18 hours ago
“Lugogo Feels Like Home” – Gabriel Silences Exit Rumors, Pens New KCCA Deal

“Lugogo Feels Like Home” – Gabriel Silences Exit Rumors, Pens New KCCA Deal

20 hours ago
Liverpool Sign Goalkeeper Freddie Woodman

Liverpool Sign Goalkeeper Freddie Woodman

20 hours ago
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact
Sunday, June 29, 2025
  • Home
  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Basketball
  • Athletics
  • Boxing
  • Golf
  • Netball
  • Cricket
  • Motorsport
No Result
View All Result
NBS Sport
  • Home
  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Basketball
  • Athletics
  • Boxing
  • Golf
  • Netball
  • Cricket
  • Motorsport
No Result
View All Result
NBS Sport
No Result
View All Result
Home Formula 1

Marko Backs Verstappen to Outlast Norris in F1 Title Fight

NBS Sport Admin by NBS Sport Admin
October 15, 2024
in Formula 1
0 0
0
Marko Backs Verstappen to Outlast Norris in F1 Title Fight

The 2024 Formula 1 season has taken a dramatic turn as McLaren’s Lando Norris emerges as a surprise challenger to reigning champion Max Verstappen.

With six races remaining, the championship battle promises to be a thrilling nail-biter that hinges not just on driving skill, but also on mental fortitude.

RelatedPosts

Norris Says Austrian GP Pole “Close to Perfection”

Norris Storms to Pole in Austria

Russell Confirms Mercedes in Talks with Verstappen for 2026

While Verstappen holds a significant points lead, the momentum has shifted dramatically in McLaren’s favor.

Since the summer break, Norris has racked up an impressive 80 points, including two dominant victories, compared to Verstappen’s 54 points and no wins.

This resurgence has thrown Red Bull’s dominance into question, raising doubts about their ability to maintain consistency.

However, Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko remains confident in Verstappen’s ability to clinch the title.

He believes Verstappen’s raw talent and mental strength will ultimately prevail over his rivals, including Norris.

“He’s the best, he’s the fastest, and, above all, he has the mental strength to theoretically fight for the world championship more than Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris,” Marko declared on Motorsport Magazin’s YouTube channel.

Marko went a step further, suggesting that Norris’ mental approach could be a potential Achilles’ heel. He alluded to “some mental weaknesses” and “rituals” that Norris relies on to perform well, seemingly referencing the young driver’s open discussions about pre-race anxiety and nerves.

Norris has been transparent about the psychological challenges he faces in F1’s high-pressure environment. However, he insists that while nerves are present, he’s learned to channel them into positive energy that propels his performance.

“I think it’s just how you turn it into a positive thing, how do you not let it affect you in a bad way,” Norris explained.

Despite the contrasting narratives from Red Bull and McLaren, one thing is certain: the remaining races will be a fierce battle between two exceptionally talented drivers.

Verstappen’s experience and championship pedigree will be a crucial asset, but Norris’ sheer determination and ability to handle pressure under fire cannot be underestimated.

Tags: Formula 1
ShareTweetSendSendShare
Next Post
KCCA vs UPDF to Feature Next Ticket’s New Ticketing System

KCCA vs UPDF to Feature Next Ticket's New Ticketing System

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Connect with us

  • 87.1k Followers
  • 23.9k Followers
  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
FIFA Bans Uganda Cranes Captain’s Club

FIFA Bans Uganda Cranes Captain’s Club

November 12, 2024
AFCON 2025 Q: Why Onana Left Namboole Before The Rest Of His Teammates

AFCON 2025 Q: Why Onana Left Namboole Before The Rest Of His Teammates

September 11, 2024
Florentino Perez Singles Out Uganda in Ballon d’Or Voting Criticism

Florentino Perez Singles Out Uganda in Ballon d’Or Voting Criticism

November 24, 2024
Uganda Among 62 Nations Yet to Have a Capped Player in the English Premier League

Uganda Among 62 Nations Yet to Have a Capped Player in the English Premier League

January 29, 2025
Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania to Co-Host CHAN 2024 in February 2025

Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania to Co-Host CHAN 2024 in February 2025

8
FUFA Strips KCCA of Points, Suspends Referee Over Rule Violations

FUFA Strips KCCA of Points, Suspends Referee Over Rule Violations

3
CHAN 2024: CAF Unveils New Trophy and Logo Ahead of Draw

Groups Announced for CHAN 2024

3
Rugby Cranes’ Ivan Magomu Suspended, Stripped of Captaincy Following Disciplinary Hearing

Rugby Cranes’ Ivan Magomu Suspended, Stripped of Captaincy Following Disciplinary Hearing

2
Rugby Cranes Back Home After Tour of Southern Africa

Rugby Cranes Back Home After Tour of Southern Africa

June 28, 2025
Norris Says Austrian GP Pole “Close to Perfection”

Norris Says Austrian GP Pole “Close to Perfection”

June 28, 2025
Rising Star Malcolm Okello Excited After First Senior National Team Call-Up

Uganda’s Rugby Prodigy: Malcolm Okello’s Unstoppable Journey

June 28, 2025
Klopp Blasts Club World Cup as “Worst Idea Ever” Amid Player Welfare Fears

Klopp Blasts Club World Cup as “Worst Idea Ever” Amid Player Welfare Fears

June 28, 2025

Recommended

Rugby Cranes Back Home After Tour of Southern Africa

Rugby Cranes Back Home After Tour of Southern Africa

June 28, 2025
Norris Says Austrian GP Pole “Close to Perfection”

Norris Says Austrian GP Pole “Close to Perfection”

June 28, 2025
Rising Star Malcolm Okello Excited After First Senior National Team Call-Up

Uganda’s Rugby Prodigy: Malcolm Okello’s Unstoppable Journey

June 28, 2025
Klopp Blasts Club World Cup as “Worst Idea Ever” Amid Player Welfare Fears

Klopp Blasts Club World Cup as “Worst Idea Ever” Amid Player Welfare Fears

June 28, 2025
NBS Sport

© 2022 NBS Sport - Developed and maintained by Hillcom EA.

Navigate Site

  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact

Follow Us

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Basketball
  • Athletics
  • Boxing
  • Golf
  • Netball
  • Cricket
  • Motorsport

© 2022 NBS Sport - Developed and maintained by Hillcom EA.