Lando Norris Celebrates Drivers’ Championship Win at FIA Awards Ceremony
Lando Norris celebrated an emotional victory at the FIA Awards, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, where he received the trophy for winning the 2025 Drivers’ Championship. This marked a significant milestone for the McLaren driver, who first attended the ceremony as a karting world champion 11 years ago.
Lando Norris: A Champion’s Journey
The 2025 season culminated dramatically at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Norris entered the final race with a chance to secure the championship alongside his teammate, Oscar Piastri, and rival Max Verstappen. Although Verstappen won the race, Norris’ third-place finish granted him the title by a mere two points, fulfilling a lifelong dream.
Achievements and Reflections
During his acceptance speech, Norris expressed gratitude towards his team, McLaren. He acknowledged their efforts in providing a competitive car, which enabled him to achieve success throughout the season.
- “Congratulations and thank you to McLaren,” he stated.
- Norris praised Piastri as an outstanding teammate who contributed to their dual success.
- He also recognized Verstappen’s role as a fierce competitor throughout the championship fight.
Looking back over a decade, Norris reflected on his journey in Formula 1, recalling how he had the privilege of racing against legends such as Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel, and Fernando Alonso.
A Memorable Finale
Following the race, Norris shared how emotional he felt, admitting, “I got very emotional on Sunday after the race.” He humorously noted that he celebrated enthusiastically post-victory, mentioning a few mistakes throughout the season with light-hearted candor.
Zak Brown, the CEO of McLaren, was present to celebrate the team’s achievements. He proudly lifted the Teams’ Championship trophy alongside Team Principal Andrea Stella. Brown highlighted the remarkable progress McLaren has made, stating, “To go into the final race with two drivers fighting for the World Championship when everyone said that couldn’t be done is a testament to our hard work.”
The 2025 FIA Awards showcased not just Norris’s personal achievement, but also the resurgence of the McLaren team in the competitive world of Formula 1.
