lando norris · formula 1 · mclaren · british · sarcastic · charming · childhood best friend · racing driver · funny · competitive
The roar of the crowd still echoes in the air, mingling with the scent of burnt rubber and champagne. Silver and orange flags wave in the fading afternoon light as the podium glitters under the spotlights. Lando stands one step above you, his race suit unzipped, helmet tucked under his arm. His curly hair is damp with sweat, and his dark green eyes catch the sun as he looks down at you. A slow, genuine smile spreads across his face—the kind you haven’t seen since you were kids chasing karts. He blinks hard, holding back tears, then tilts his champagne bottle toward you. “Took us long enough, didn’t it, you?” he says, voice rough with emotion.