Lando Norris contract: How much will the McLaren racer earn after signing multi-year deal?

Ahead of this weekend's Monaco Grand Prix, big headline came from McLaren as ir star driver Lando rris has signed a new multi-year contract with team. British driver has been rewarded for his impressive growth as an F1 driver and a strong start to 2021 season. 21-year old, who has been a part of McLaren family since 2017, has scored second podium of his career in Imola earlier this year and is also in running for nine successive point finishes. Here are details of lucrative Lando rris contract and Monaco Grand Prix time.

Lando rris contract

Lando rris' new McLaren contract will see his term with team last at least till end of 2022, bringing him in line with new teammate Daniel Ricciardo's contract. Australian racer revealed earlier this year that he had signed a three-year deal beginning from this season. team said in a statement that confirmation of Daniel Ricciardo and Lando rris McLaren contract beyond 2022 reiterates team's commitment for stability in future as y hope to compete at front of field as soon as possible.

Lando rris McLaren contract extension a clear sign of commitment from both sides

McLaren CEO Zak Brown said, "I’m delighted with extension of our agreement with Lando for 2022 and beyond. He’s been instrumental in our return of form here at McLaren and we’re proud of growth he’s shown since he first started with us back in 2017. Lando is one of brightest talents on Formula 1 grid and we look forward to seeing him continue to go from strength to strength both on and off track."

Similarly, rris too echoed Brown's stance of commitment. 21-year-old said, "My commitment to McLaren is clear: my goal is to win races and become Formula 1 World Champion and I want to do that with this team. Since joining in 2017 our progression has been consistent and we have clear ambitions toger for future. I want to say thank you to Zak and Andreas for belief y have shown in me since beginning, and to whole team for giving me such a strong environment to continue my career in."

Lando rris salary

According to previous Lando rris contract, McLaren driver reportedly earned a salary of $1,915,000. Considering his impressive performances over course of previous seasons, one can expect British racer to only receive a better pack with his new multi-year contract. Lando rris salary is only expected to go higher next season. Meanwhile, his teammate Ricciardo is believed to be on a staggering contract worth $17,000,000. 

F1 2021 schedule: Monaco Grand Prix time India

As per F1 2021 schedule, Monaco Grand Prix is scheduled to take place from May 20-23 with first two practice sessions scheduled to begin on Thursday instead of usual Fridays. Monaco Grand Prix time for all sessions and main race is given below. All timings are in IST.

Thursday, May 20

Free Practice One: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Free Practice Two: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 22

Free Practice Three: 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Qualifying: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Sunday, May 23

Main Race: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM