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Lando Norris became the first British world champion in F1 since Lewis Hamilton last year
2025 F1 world champion Lando Norris reflects on Lewis Hamilton’s challenging first world championship win in 2008, expressing his admiration for the iconic moment. Norris, who became the first British world champion since Hamilton, has raced alongside the seven-time champion since joining the grid in 2019. Hamilton’s 2008 title victory, amidst fierce competition from Ferrari, marked a pivotal moment in his career following a heartbreakingly close rookie season in 2007. The dramatic Brazilian GP finale saw Hamilton secure the championship in a thrilling last-lap overtake, solidifying his place in F1 history. Hamilton’s subsequent success with Mercedes has earned him multiple world championships and numerous records in the sport, making him a formidable presence on the grid.
