Lando Norris began the Miami Grand Prix from the fifth position on the starting grid. He had a remarkable day at the Miami Street Circuit, securing his first-ever victory in the sport. The world has been full of praise for Norris, and Lewis Hamilton, a fellow British driver, also showed his appreciation.
After the grueling 57-lap race, Hamilton joined Norris in his W15 car. He applauded and gave a thumbs up to Norris while inside the cockpit. This reaction from the seven-time world champion has garnered attention from fans worldwide. The heartwarming moment has resonated with fans, leading to a significant response to the viral video.
Hamilton has always been known for recognizing and supporting young talent. His recent actions towards Norris are not surprising, as his loyal fans are aware of the kind-hearted person Hamilton is, and how he never misses an opportunity to acknowledge young drivers making their mark in Formula 1.
While Hamilton created a heartwarming moment at the end of the race, he also reflected on his own performance during the post-race interview. Starting from eighth place, Hamilton managed to finish in sixth position. Towards the end of the race, he was closely behind RB20.
Hamilton stated, “In today’s race, I had some enjoyable battles out there. I pushed myself to the limit and made some impressive overtakes. We were challenging the Red Bull towards the end, and it felt great to compete against them.”
The Mercedes F1 team has faced significant challenges with their 2024 car since the beginning of the season. Hamilton has been critical of the car on multiple occasions. However, after seeing the performance in Miami, he has gained some confidence moving forward. Mercedes now has a total of 64 points in the Constructors Championship.