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Lando Norris has said his pole lap at the Monaco GP made him “cry” as he called it a “pivotal” moment of his maiden F1 title-winning season.
Lando Norris described his pole lap at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix as a “pivotal” moment of his championship-winning season, admitting he cried due to the significance of the achievement.
Despite facing a tough middle part of the season, Norris secured his maiden Formula 1 title by just two points, surpassing defending champion Max Verstappen.
His crucial wins at Mexico and Sao Paulo, in addition to the standout pole lap in Monaco, helped him clinch the championship over teammate Oscar Piastri.
Struggling with single-lap pace all season, the Monaco qualifying lap was a turning point for Norris, boosting his confidence and proving his doubters wrong.
The emotional victory at Monaco propelled Norris to start believing in his own title credentials, marking a significant shift in his mindset and race craft.
Looking back, Norris acknowledged the pressure of the title battle but cherished the excitement it brought to fans, hinting at wrapping up the championship earlier in future seasons to alleviate intense competition.
