Lando Norris was on cloud nine after claiming his first-ever home win at Silverstone – but the FIA could quickly pull him down to earth.
The 25-year-old won a chaotic race to deliver McLaren’s first victory at the British Grand Prix since Lewis Hamilton’s triumph in 2008.
Fittingly, as it was for Hamilton‘s wet-weather masterclass 17 years ago, his English compatriot benefited from a rainy GP.
Frequent Silverstone showers brought out several safety cars during the race, the second of which opened the door for Norris to win.
Having seen a sizeable gap to leader Oscar Piastri cut out by other drivers crashing, his McLaren team-mate was then handed a controversial ten-second penalty for a Safety Car infringement.
As such, Norris seized the initiative when the Australian came into the pits to serve his sanction and ultimately took the chequered flag.
The Bristol-born driver was overcome with emotion afterwards, accidentally swearing during his post-race interview.
“Oh wow,” said Norris. “It’s beautiful. Everything I dreamed of, I guess. Everything I’ve ever wanted to achieve.
“Apart from a championship, I think this is as good as it gets in terms of feelings and in terms of achievement, being proud, all of it.
“This is where it all started for me, and now thankfully I’ve been able to have my go.
“Incredible race, stressful as always, but the support from the fans made the difference today, so I’ve got to thank them for it all.
“Your mind just goes pretty blank. Everything you might think before the race, you forget. The main thing is just don’t **** it up, that’s rule number one.
Norris moved to 226 points in the standings – eight behind PiastriGetty Norris claimed his first-ever home win at Silverstone in front of his familyGetty“The last few laps I was just looking into the crowd. I was just trying to take it all in, enjoy the moment, because it might never happen again. I hope it does.
“But these are memories that I’ll bring with me forever. An incredible achievement.”
Host Jenson Button – the 2009 world champion – quickly apologised for the bad language, leading Norris to state: “Sorry from me as well.”
Norris then added: “In terms of being a stressful race, this is as stressful as you can get.
“It was a good race for Oscar as well. I’ve got to give credit to Oscar, he was fast the whole way.
“So a round of applause Oscar, because he put up a good fight.
McLaren secured a one-two in their first British GP win in over a decadeGetty“I enjoy those moments together when we’re on track, not as much when he’s ahead of me as when he’s behind, but that’s life.”
Norris took home a 23-inch trophy made of 2717 Lego pieces as his prize, but may be facing retribution for his fruity language.
Last season, Max Verstappen received a £33,000 fine and a public service order for saying his car was ‘f*****’ during a press conference.
F1’s governing body, the FIA codified a ‘swearing ban’, making it a permanent rule change for 2025, despite drivers panning it.
World Rally Championship driver Adrien Fourmaux became the first to fall foul of the ruling and was given a €10,000 [£8,300] fine for swearing on a live broadcast in February.
In May, the initial level of fine was reduced to €5,000 (£4,200) and the potential for a ban lifted.
The controversial ban served as a major backdrop to last seasonBritish GP finishing positions
1. Lando Norris (McLaren)
2. Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
3. Nico Hulkenberg (Sauber)
4. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)
5. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
6. Pierre Gasly (Alpine)
7. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)
8. Alex Albon (Williams)
9. Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)
10. George Russell (Mercedes)
However, the FIA did note that ‘more severe penalties’ may still be imposed for ‘very serious offences’.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said: “As a former rally driver, I know first-hand the range of emotions that are faced during competition. I have led an extensive and collaborative review with contributions from across the seven FIA World Championships, FIA Member Clubs and other motor sports organisations.
“The improvements the FIA has announced today to Appendix B will ensure we continue to promote the best of sportsmanship in motor sport, while also giving stewards effective guidelines to act against individuals who may bring the sport into disrepute.
“The FIA will always be committed to ensuring motor sport is accessible for all our sporting family.”
Norris’ victory, meanwhile, has cut the gap to Piastri to eight points in the drivers’ championship standings after 12 rounds this season.
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