During the FIA Press Conference on Thursday, McLaren driver Lando Norris declared that regardless of how the season ends, it will be a year for himself and McLaren to be proud of. On Friday his boss echoed that sentiment.

He has transformed the team, which snatched the lead in the constructors’ championship from Red Bull a month ago.

McLaren boss Zak Brown warned on Friday of "massive consequences" if champions Red Bull were found to have breached Formula One rules on adjusting car set-ups during closed 'parc ferme' conditions.

After admitting to having a device that can alter ride height and bypass steward inspections, Red Bull have agreed to make the appropriate changes. This commitment was made after discussions with the FIA.