F1 News: Norris reveals which F1 star he used to have a poster of in his wall

Lando Norris, McLaren, Miami, 2024 — Photo: © IMAGO

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Norris reveals which F1 star he used to have a poster of in his wall

The Miami GP winner was a big admirer of a fellow Brit

Kevin McKenna

Tuesday 14 May 2024 21:00

Lando Norris may be the man of the moment following his incredible win at the Miami Grand Prix, and now he has revealed how a fellow F1 driver inspired him to chase his dreams in the sport.

Norris was elated as he secured his maiden F1 victory in Miami, capitalising on a timely safety car deployment to streak clear of his rivals, including Max Verstappen, and spark wild celebrations in the McLaren paddock.

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The Brit admitted the win was 'a long time coming' after the race as he paid tribute to his team as well as his parents for their continued support.

Norris used Albon as inspiration when dreaming of a career in racing

'A guy I looked up to'

In an interview with Sky Sports prior to the chaotic events which transpired in Miami, Norris opened up on some of his childhood idols, which included fellow driver Alex Albon.

“It was one of the first days I ever went to watch go-karts, and Alex [Albon] was there - this was when I was like, six years old," said Norris.

“This was a time when I was more of a Moto GP fan than Formula 1, so I was Valentino Rossi everything, and he was number 46 [same as Albon].

“But then I noticed he [Albon] had on his helmet the font of The Doctor [Rossi’s nickname], so I could tell he was a Rossi fan.

“So as soon as I knew he was a Rossi fan, I thought: ‘Wow, he’s a cool guy'.

“He was a guy I looked up to when I was starting. He was winning races, winning championships and all those things.”

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