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Lando Norris celebrates memorable win after mastering Sao Paulo conditions

The Independent·Scott Hunt·1 day ago
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Lando Norris hailed one of his best ever wins after conquering the weather in Sao Paulo a week after losing his status as world champion.

The British driver claimed a third win of a tricky season, passing Kimi Antonelli when the new title holder spun out from the lead in cold and slippery conditions.

Norris never looked back and crossed the line 14.6 seconds clear of Max Verstappen , who completed another stunning comeback drive from the back of the Interlagos grid.

The 26-year-old’s only mishap of the day came as he celebrated his win with his trademark slamming down of the champagne bottle on the podium, only for it to shatter in his hands.

But Norris was toasting his victory after the race, saying: “It’s up there (with my best) in terms of challenge to achieve. Not been easy for all reasons possible.

“Conditions, weather, important to not make mistakes.…

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