Overview
- The Portimão test, which took place Monday, had Norris complete 38 laps and provide usable development feedback to the McLaren Hypercar team.
- Team principal James Barclay said Norris adapted quickly and his impressions helped the MCL‑HY’s setup and development programme.
- McLaren is running the MCL‑HY across multiple venues, with prior demonstrations at Goodwood and long endurance runs at Motorland Aragón to prep for 2027 WEC and Le Mans entry.
- The project uses a Dallara‑designed chassis and a V6 twin‑turbo mid‑engine reported at about 697 horsepower and McLaren has confirmed some factory drivers while still finalising the remaining seats.
- Any race appearance by Norris at Le Mans would depend on there being no clash with his Formula 1 commitments and on McLaren’s final driver choices and cross‑series calendar availability.