Lando Norris headed straight for his stylish girlfriend Margarida Corceiro upon securing the title of Formula 1 champion. The British driver was seen sharing kisses and embraces with the Portuguese model in the midst of the crowd before stepping onto the podium to celebrate his victory over competitors Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Only needing a third-place finish at the Yas Marina Circuit to clinch the championship, Norris maintained his lead over Verstappen and secured the title despite briefly losing second place to his teammate Piastri during the race.
During the intense final stages of the race, Charles Leclerc posed a threat to Norris, but the pace of his Ferrari waned, allowing Norris a clear path to the finish line and the championship. Overwhelmed with emotion, Norris expressed his gratitude to his team over the radio, thanking them for fulfilling his dreams.
Following his victorious race, Norris embraced his parents and girlfriend, Corceiro, who have recently rekindled their relationship after years of being on and off. Corceiro, who has been in the public eye for some time, has garnered attention alongside other F1 drivers’ partners this season.
Reflecting on his achievement, Norris shed tears of joy, expressing his gratitude to his McLaren team, family, and competitors Verstappen and Piastri. Acknowledging the challenges faced during the season, Norris highlighted the importance of his team’s support and his long-standing partnership with McLaren.
The emotional journey culminated in Norris’ pride for his team and the realization of the dedication and hard work that led to his championship win.
