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McLaren turn down Toro Rosso deal for Norris

McLaren have reportedly turned down a bid by Toro Rosso to fast-track Lando Norris into Formula 1 by replacing underperforming Brendon Hartley in the Red Bull-owned team. BBC report that the approach was made before the Spanish Grand Prix, with Red Bull touting a deal to replace Hartley with the 18-year-old starting in Barcelona, but McLaren rejected the idea and have opted to keep Norris on the Formula 2 path that he is currently on. A McLaren spokesman said, 'We are not surprised that other teams approach our drivers. They clearly believe they are as talented as we do.' Toro Rosso were tapped for comment but have not responded. However, it is likely the decision would have been made at...
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