Lando Norris was seen embracing his girlfriend Margarida Corceiro following his victory as Formula 1 champion. The British driver shared kisses and hugs with the Portuguese model before taking to the podium to celebrate his win over Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Norris secured the championship by finishing third at the Yas Marina Circuit, maintaining his lead over Verstappen. Despite briefly losing second place to his teammate Piastri, Norris held his position to claim the title.
Charles Leclerc posed a late challenge to Norris but ultimately fell behind as the pace of his Ferrari waned. Crossing the finish line, Norris was overcome with emotion, expressing gratitude to his team over the radio and shedding tears of joy.
After exiting his car, Norris embraced his parents and shared a heartfelt moment with his girlfriend Corceiro, confirming their rekindled relationship after years of being on and off. Corceiro’s public presence has sparked increased interest in the partners of F1 drivers.
Amid the celebrations, Norris reflected on his journey to the championship, expressing gratitude to his McLaren team, family, and competitors Verstappen and Piastri. He acknowledged the challenges faced throughout the season but emphasized his pride in achieving success for the team after a nine-year partnership.