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Lando Norris has a four-time F1 world champion in his corner over his openness in regard to mental battles.
Sebastian Vettel defended Lando Norris, urging the media to praise him for being open about his mental struggles. Despite leading the F1 drivers’ title, Norris has faced challenges this season, especially in Bahrain where he finished third after a tough race. Norris has been criticized in the past for discussing his mental health, but Vettel believes he should be applauded for it. Vettel emphasized that everyone goes through good and bad times, regardless of their profession, and that self-doubt is natural and should not be stigmatized. He commended Norris for courageously addressing his struggles and hoped the media would shift its focus in a positive direction.