Landowner Norris Wauman (November 13, 1999), better known as Lando Norris, is a Formula 1 driver, born in Bristol, England, United Kingdom. He is renowned for his talent, charisma, and for being the youngest driver on the current Formula 1 grid.
Landowner Norris Wauman, better known as Lando Norris, was born in Bristol, England. He is the son of Adam Norris and Cisca Wauman. His father is the founder of Horatio Investment Ltd. and also owns the renowned electric scooter brand, Pure. Lando is the second of four siblings. His family ranks among the top 501 wealthiest families in the UK, and it’s likely they will continue to climb higher on that list each day.
Lando Norris attended Millfield School. From a young age, he displayed a keen interest in MotoGP and dreamed of pursuing a career in that discipline. However, when his older brother Oliver started getting into karting, it caught the attention of young Lando Norris and steered him towards that direction.
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His career began at the age of 7 in a regional karting tournament. He stood out in the CIK-FIA championships in 2013 and 2014, winning the KF World Championship and becoming the youngest driver to achieve this feat. He also had success in the Ginetta Junior championship. In 2015, he was crowned champion in the British F4 championship and secured podium finishes in the German and Italian Formula 4 tournaments.
In 2016, Lando Norris showcased his talent in motorsport by winning the NEC and Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 championships with the Josef Kaufmann team. Additionally, he achieved several podiums in the BRDC Formula 3 races and became the champion of the Toyota Racing Series.
Norris’s momentum continued in 2017 when he became the youngest ever FIA European Formula 3 champion in history. His skill on the tracks didn’t go unnoticed, and in November of the same year, he was announced as the official Formula 1 test and reserve driver for McLaren for the following year.
In 2018, Lando Norris had the opportunity to participate as the third driver in the Belgian and Italian Grands Prix, replacing Stoffel Vandoorne and Fernando Alonso. He also held that position in five other races towards the end of the year.
Subsequently, Norris moved on to compete in a full season of Formula 2. He had a strong start by winning the opening race in Bahrain, which boosted his championship title aspirations. Throughout the season, he secured eight additional podiums, placing him as the runner-up, as George Russell claimed the top spot.
On September 3, 2018, McLaren made the official announcement of Lando Norris joining as one of the Formula 1 drivers for the 2019 season, forming a team alongside Carlos Sainz Jr.
In his debut at the Australian Grand Prix, he showcased excellent performance by qualifying in eighth position. In the following race in Bahrain, he impressed by earning his first points, finishing in a commendable sixth place. Throughout the season, Lando continued to stand out with outstanding performances, amassing 49 points and concluding his debut season in the eleventh position.
The 2020 season began with great momentum as the British driver secured his first podium at the Austrian Grand Prix, the opening race. Furthermore, he achieved five more top-five finishes throughout the year, allowing him to finish in ninth place in the drivers’ championship with 97 points. His consistent performances and outstanding teamwork alongside Spanish driver Carlos Sainz Jr. ensured that McLaren finished in third place in the 2020 constructors’ championship.
In 2021, Lando had a remarkable year, achieving four podiums in Imola, Monaco, Austria, and Monza, and securing an impressive sixth position in the drivers’ standings. He had a new teammate, Australian driver Daniel Ricciardo. This impressive performance led Lando to sign a new contract, securing his continuity with McLaren until at least the year 2025.
For the 2022 season, a new era in F1 arrived with completely new cars, providing Norris with the opportunity to further grow in Formula 1. With determination, Lando Norris secured a podium at Imola, in addition to achieving two fastest laps throughout the season. Thanks to these results, he finished in seventh place with a total of 122 points.
The teammate that Lando Norris had at McLaren during his Formula 1 career with the team:
In the thrilling ongoing 2023 Formula 1 season, the talented British driver Lando Norris currently holds the eighth position with 60 points, having secured 0 victories and achieved 2 podiums. The leaders of this season so far are Max Verstappen, Sergio Pérez, and Fernando Alonso, who have showcased their skill on the track and are occupying the top positions in the championship.
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Lando Norris had a relationship with Luisinha Olivera, also known as Luisa Olivera. It is said that they started dating in 2021, although the driver preferred to keep his love life private, while Luisa shared content on social media to make their bond with the British driver known. It wasn’t until January 2022 that Lando Norris publicly acknowledged his relationship with the Portuguese woman. However, in September of the same year, both of them released a statement on social media informing that they had decided to end their relationship mutually and remain as friends.
Opinions about this relationship are divided. While many saw them as an ideal couple, even going as far as comparing Olivera to Corinna Schumacher, Michael Schumacher‘s wife, others considered her opportunistic and interested. During their time together, Luisinha always sought to promote her image and secure contracts. It is important to note that Lando Norris and Luisa Olivera met through a platform where women pay to share photos of themselves, with the aim of affluent individuals being able to contact them.
In May 2023, Lando Norris was seen in the company of Magui Corceiro, an influencer and the girlfriend of footballer João Félix. This sparked speculation among internet users about a possible relationship or something more than just friendship between the two. It is important to mention that Corceiro has faced numerous similar accusations of infidelity in the past. In response, the British driver decided to give statements affirming that he had nothing to hide and that he didn’t want to stay home locked up alone.
“It seems like nowadays I can’t have female friends, I can’t be seen with someone without it being somehow perceived as a relationship”.
Currently, Lando Norris is single.
The driver has emphasized on several occasions the importance of mental health and how it should be a priority. Entering the world of Formula 1 at a young age of 19, he has experienced a great burden of responsibility, which has often left him feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the situations he faces on the circuit and everything it entails. At times, he has experienced uncertainty regarding his future on the tracks, as he feels that he is not always performing at the level of his surroundings, leading to feelings of sadness and discouragement.
On the Twitch platform, where Norris regularly conducts live streams. Although he had a period of absence, he resumed live streams in 2023, despite his busy schedule. He has collaborated with other Formula 1 drivers who are also involved in or used to be involved in streaming, such as Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, Alex Albon, and George Russell.
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