Lando Norris was seen embracing his girlfriend Margarida Corceiro after securing his position as the Formula 1 champion. The British driver shared kisses and hugs with the Portuguese model before heading to the podium to celebrate his victory over Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Norris clinched the title by finishing third at the Yas Marina Circuit, maintaining his 12-point lead over Verstappen. Despite briefly losing second place to Piastri, Norris managed to secure the championship with a steady performance.
Charles Leclerc applied pressure on Norris towards the end of the race, but the Ferrari driver’s pace waned, allowing Norris a clear path to the finish line and the title. Overwhelmed with emotion, Norris expressed gratitude to his team over the radio, thanking them for making his dreams a reality.
After stepping out of his car, Norris embraced his parents and his girlfriend Corceiro, with whom he recently rekindled a long-standing relationship. Corceiro, who has been in the public eye for years, has garnered attention as the partner of an F1 driver, especially after a televised moment during the Singapore Grand Prix drew criticism from Carlos Sainz for focusing on drivers’ partners.
Reflecting on his victory, Norris expressed tears of joy, acknowledging the support of his team, family, and competitors. He emphasized the challenging journey and the pride of representing McLaren for nine years, highlighting the collective effort that led to his success in the championship.