Lando Norris, after suffering an injury while celebrating King’s Day, achieved his first Formula 1 victory in Miami, marking a significant moment for both him and McLaren. Norris’s celebratory embrace with his team members showed the depth of his emotions and the team’s journey from struggles to competitiveness once again.
The Sun titled its report as “Gamble Land-ed,” highlighting Norris’s win and how he capitalized on Max Verstappen’s rare off day to claim victory. In Germany, Bild’s headline, “Formel-1-Sieger is NICHT Verstappen” (Formula 1 winner is NOT Verstappen), emphasized Norris’s surprising triumph over the dominant Verstappen. The safety car played a crucial role, allowing Norris to make a pit stop and maintain his lead, despite Verstappen’s clear advantage before the incident.
L’Equipe described Norris’s win as “La surprise Norris” (The Norris surprise), emphasizing the unexpected nature of his victory and how it required a bit of luck, particularly with the timing of the safety car. The article also highlighted Norris’s flawless performance once he secured the lead, earning him high praise.
In Italy, Gazzetta dello Sport celebrated Norris’s victory with the headline “Finalmente Lando Norris!” (Finally Lando Norris!), acknowledging his well-deserved win despite some criticism of the race management’s handling of the safety car. The article also pointed out McLaren’s resurgence and raised questions about Red Bull’s invincibility in light of their recent performance and Adrian Newey’s departure.
International media outlets recognized Norris’s historic achievement and the thrilling nature of his victory, marking a significant milestone in his Formula 1 career.
