Norris commits to McLaren through 2030
Lando Norris, the reigning 2025 Formula 1 world champion, has signed a contract extension with McLaren that keeps him at the team until at least the end of 2030, with a multi-year option for further extension.
Norris locks in long-term future at McLaren
Lando Norris, the 2025 Formula 1 Drivers' World Champion, announced a contract extension with McLaren on August 29, 2026. The new agreement keeps the British driver at the team until at least the end of the 2030 season. McLaren confirmed a multi-year option to extend beyond that date. [1]
Norris made the announcement in person at the McLaren Technology Centre during the team's annual family and friends open day. He has been with McLaren since joining its junior program in 2017 and made his Formula 1 debut with the team in 2019. The extension adds at least four more years to his previous multi-year deal. [3]
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella highlighted Norris's role in the team's recent success, including two Constructors' Championships and the 2025 Drivers' title. The team also gifted Norris his championship-winning MCL39 chassis as part of the announcement. [1]
Contract provides stability amid 2026 challenges
Norris holds the record for the most grand prix starts for McLaren and has accumulated 13 wins, 18 poles, and 48 podiums through the 2026 season. The deal positions him to potentially spend his entire career at one team. [2]
Related reading
- [1]Reigning World Champion Lando Norris extends contract with McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team until at least the end of 2030 (mclaren). Accessed 2026-09-06.
- [2]ANALYSIS: Why Lando Norris and McLaren have committed to each other for the long term (formula1). Accessed 2026-09-06.
- [3]Lando Norris extends McLaren deal until F1 2030 (motorsport). Accessed 2026-09-06.