Lando Norris reveals hope of joining F1 title fight through Mercedes battle

Reigning Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris has expressed hope that an intra-team battle between Mercedes drivers George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli could allow him and McLaren to rejoin the 2026 title fight. Mercedes have dominated the opening three rounds of the season, with Russell winning in Melbourne and Antonelli taking victories in China and Japan, leaving Antonelli atop the Drivers' standings. Norris won the 2025 title by just two points over Max Verstappen, with teammate Oscar Piastri finishing third, and sees a similar opportunity this season if the Mercedes pair remain evenly matched.