Lando Norris Targets Le Mans as McLaren Prepares Hypercar Return in 2027

Reigning Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris has expressed a strong desire to compete in other racing disciplines, specifically naming the 24 Hours of Le Mans as a future goal. His ambition aligns with McLaren's planned return to top-level endurance racing with a Hypercar entry in the FIA World Endurance Championship starting in 2027.

Norris, who is currently defending his title, stated in an interview on McLaren's YouTube channel that he still feels he wants to try other things. He highlighted that with McLaren preparing for Le Mans, the opportunity to participate feels more structurally possible. The 26-year-old driver also reflected on a recent, non-competitive drive around the Nürburgring Nordschleife, which he described as the most fun he has had all year, further underscoring his enthusiasm for different racing challenges.

His comments come amid a broader discussion about F1 drivers participating in events outside the championship, a topic that gained traction after Max Verstappen's debut in the Nürburgring 24 Hours. Norris's interest appears to be personally driven, fueled by a love for historic tracks and a different style of competition. He suggested that modern F1,...