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Champion's privilege: Norris chooses his 2026 race number
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09/12/2025 at 08:1709/12/2025 at 07:28 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. Lando Norris is wasting no time enjoying the perks of being Formula 1’s newest world champion. Fresh off sealing his first title in a nail-biting Abu Dhabi finale, the McLaren star has confirmed he will adorn his 2026 challenger with the most coveted digit in motorsport: the number 1. And he’s doing it with the enthusiasm of a man who has just been handed the keys to the kingdom — because, well, he has. Tradition, Pride, and a Dash of Typical Norris Charm Since joining the grid in 2019, Norris has raced with his beloved number 4. But after outscoring Max Verstappen by...
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