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Lando Norris: 10 things you never knew about F1 world champion
In 2025, Lando Norris becomes the new F1 world champion, ending Max Verstappen’s four consecutive title reign at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix with a third-place finish, edging out Verstappen by just two points.
Norris, a 26-year-old British driver from Bristol, secures McLaren’s first world drivers’ championship since Lewis Hamilton’s win in 2008, solidifying his place among F1 greats.
Starting his racing career at seven, Norris transitions from karting success to F1 triumph, clinching his first race victory after 110 grand prix starts in 2024 at the Miami Grand Prix.
Off the track, Norris is a dual citizen of Belgium and the UK, an avid golfer, gamer, and philanthropist, with his own esports team, karting team, and a deep admiration for racing icon Valentino Rossi.
His nickname ‘Last Lap Lando’ stems from his affinity for late-race heroics, exemplified by performances like the 2020 Austrian Grand Prix, highlighting his tenacity and skill in high-pressure situations.
