Lando Norris plays down Ferrari 'worry' as upgraded engine arrives for Monza

Lando Norris has downplayed any concern over Ferrari's second power-unit upgrade for this weekend's Italian Grand Prix, insisting McLaren are focused on their own job. The Scuderia will introduce a more powerful engine on both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc's cars as part of the Additional Development Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) scheme.

Why it matters:

Ferrari's power unit has been its biggest weakness since the new regulations, while its chassis is widely considered the best on the grid. That combination has left the team exposed at high-speed tracks, making Monza a critical test. If the upgraded engine closes the gap to Mercedes' benchmark unit, Ferrari could become a genuine threat at the remaining power-sensitive circuits.

The details:

• Ferrari's upgrade is aimed at improving top speed and horsepower, areas where the team has struggled all season.
• Both Hamilton and Leclerc will receive the new engine for Monza, giving the team its best chance to challenge at the Temple of Speed.
• Norris, speaking to select media including RacingNews365, said: "Not worried at all. They've been very competitive, and it probably will make them more competitive. So, good on them. They'll make my life a bit trickier."
• He added: "It's clearly been their biggest weakness in many scenarios. So they'll become a bigger threat this weekend for sure. But I'm not worried. If they beat us, they beat us because they deserve to."
• McLaren have won two races this season but have not been consistently at the front. Norris acknowledged: "We know it's a different track. We'll be patient. We'll see where we stand, and then we'll give you a better answer."

What's next:

Monza will provide the first clear indication of whether Ferrari's engine upgrade has delivered the expected gains. For McLaren, it's another opportunity to measure their progress against a resurgent rival.