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‘I freaking love it’: Lando Norris proud to silence the critics with first F1 win at Miami Grand Prix

McLaren driver Lando Norris receives a trophy after winning his first Formula One Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome
McLaren driver Lando Norris won his first Formula One Grand Prix when beating Max Verstappen at Miami International Autodrome. Photograph: Eric Alonso/DPPI/REX/Shutterstock

Lando Norris has hailed his maiden Formula One win at the Miami Grand Prix as a moment of immense pride and one that he insisted would finally silence the critics and doubters who have called his talent into question.

The McLaren driver claimed his debut victory in a thrilling finale at the Miami International Autodrome. Norris comprehensively beat the triple world champion Max Verstappen into second place to take the flag for the first time after 110 race starts since making his debut in Australia in 2019.

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