Bristol F1 star Lando Norris agrees McLaren contract extension

Bristol Formula 1 star Lando Norris. Credit: ITV News West Country

Bristol-born Formula 1 racing driver Lando Norris has agreed a contract extension with McLaren.

The 19-year-old, who was born in Bristol and grew up in Glastonbury, made his Formula 1 debut with McLaren earlier this year.

Competing in nine Grand Prixs, the teenager has made an impressive start to his Formula 1 career and currently sits in eighth place in the drivers’ championship table.

Norris made his Formula 1 debut earlier this year. Credit: ITV News West Country

McLaren announced he will continue racing for the team next season alongside Spaniard Carlos Sainz Jr. earlier today, retaining both on multi-year contracts.

Bosses said Norris had “more than proved himself” with his performances on the track so far this year, and were “delighted” with their current driver pairing.