| Car Number | #4 |
| Team | McLaren |
| Nationality | British |
| Born | November 13, 1999 - Bristol, England |
| Age | 26 |
2026 Season Stats
Career Stats
Biography
Lando Norris is the reigning Formula 1 World Champion, having claimed the 2025 title with McLaren in one of the most compelling championship battles in recent memory. Born on November 13, 1999 in Bristol, England, Norris has Belgian citizenship through his father and grew up between the UK and Belgium. His path to F1 was paved with success - he won the MSA Formula championship, the Toyota Racing Series, the Formula Renault Eurocup, and the Formula 2 championship in quick succession.
Norris joined McLaren's F1 team for the 2019 season at just 19 years old, and his combination of blistering speed and infectious personality quickly made him one of the sport's most popular figures. His early years at McLaren were spent patiently developing alongside the team as they climbed back from the midfield to become genuine frontrunners. That patience paid off spectacularly - his maiden victory came at the 2024 Miami Grand Prix, and he followed it with multiple wins that season.
The 2025 championship campaign was the culmination of years of hard work by both Norris and McLaren. He fought a season-long battle with Verstappen and emerged victorious, bringing McLaren their first drivers' championship since Mika Hakkinen in 1999. The celebrations at McLaren were emotional - the team had invested heavily in Norris's development and he delivered on every promise.
Defending the title in 2026 has proven more challenging. The new regulations have shuffled the competitive order, and Norris sits fifth in the championship with 25 points after three races. While McLaren has been competitive, they have not quite matched the pace of Mercedes or Ferrari at the front. Still, Norris brings the experience of a champion to every weekend, and his ability to maximize points even when the car is not the fastest has been a hallmark of his career. At 26, Norris is in the prime of his racing life and fully expects to challenge for more championships in the years ahead.
Interesting Facts
- 2025 Formula 1 World Champion - McLaren's first since Mika Hakkinen in 1999
- Won four consecutive junior championships on his way to F1
- One of the most popular F1 drivers on social media with millions of followers
- An avid gamer and Twitch streamer who regularly streams sim racing and other games
- Holds dual British and Belgian citizenship
- Was the youngest British driver to score an F1 podium when he finished third at the 2020 Austrian Grand Prix