Norris reacts to Monaco hosting a Sprint on the 2027 calendar
Norris said the Sprint format in Monaco will make preparation harder due to reduced on-track practice time and may force drivers to risk more earlier in the weekend.
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Norris noted FP1, Sprint qualifying and Sprint will compress usual running.
He said drivers will have to rely more on this year’s data and risk more earlier.
He highlighted Monaco’s narrow walls and the high cost of mistakes.
Norris described the format as a bigger challenge but 'more exciting for the fans'.
He referenced the limited chance to build confidence at Monaco compared with multiple practice sessions.