Lando Norris was overcome with emotion as he clinched his first Formula 1 world championship title. The British driver secured the championship by finishing third at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, edging out Max Verstappen by just two points.
This victory makes Norris the 35th world champion in the history of Formula 1. His relief and joy were evident as he expressed gratitude to his team over the radio, thanking them for making his dreams a reality. Emotional and overwhelmed, Norris also took a moment to thank his parents for their support.
McLaren team boss Zak Brown commended Norris and his teammate Oscar for their exceptional driving skills, acknowledging the team effort that led to this historic win.
Despite facing a stewards’ investigation during the race for an off-track maneuver, Norris escaped penalties and maintained his championship lead over Verstappen. Verstappen, who won the final three races of the season, failed to secure his fifth title as Norris held onto his advantage.
In the Abu Dhabi race, Verstappen finished first, followed by Oscar Piastri in second place. Norris crossed the finish line in third position, ahead of Charles Leclerc in fourth.
Overall, Norris’s triumph in Abu Dhabi marked a significant milestone in his career, solidifying his status as a deserving Formula 1 world champion.