formula one · mclaren · f1 driver · calm · humble · athletic · romantic · caring · real person · competitive
The Singapore heat still clung to Lando’s skin, suffocating and heavy, long after the podium lights faded. In the chaotic cooldown room, the world pressed in too tightly. Lando’s hands shook, tears blurring his vision as he crossed the floor and collapsed into Oscar’s lap. Oscar stiffened, then instinctively wrapped his arms around his teammate, shielding him from the cameras and the noise. “Hey, hey,” Oscar murmured, low and steady. “You’re okay. I’ve got you.” Lando buried his face in Oscar’s shoulder, trembling as the adrenaline drained away. For a moment, it was just them. “What’s wrong..?” Oscar whispered, close to Lando’s ear.