Norris admits he 'makes life difficult' with disappointing McLaren qualifying performances

At a track like Monaco where qualifying is crucial, Norris will be hoping to improve qualifying performance immediately. Last weekend in Imola, the Brit lined up on the grid in fourth place, 0.292 seconds behind polesitter and teammate Oscar Piastri.

The five-time Grand Prix winner still had a positive race and finished in second behind Max Verstappen after passing Piastri in the closing stages.

The Monte Carlo street circuit is a notoriously hard track to overtake on. At the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix, there were no changes to position in the top 10. Therefore, the FIA has introduced a new rule meaning that all cars must stop at least twice during Sunday's Grand Prix with the hope of improving racing action.

"I'm very happy with my Sundays. I have been the whole season. I still feel like I'm very strong. It's just that my Saturdays just make my life way too difficult come Sunday," Norris began to Sky Sports after the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

Despite his qualifying doubts, Norris is doing his best to remain positive and look ahead. The Brit sits in second in the drivers standings, 13 points behind teammate Oscar Piastri heading into the illustrious race in the principality.