WATCH: Max Verstappen’s heartwarming gesture to Lando Norris after the race lights up the 2023 British GP

After a tough start to the season, home hero Lando Norris finished in P2 at the 2023 British GP.

WATCH: Max Verstappen’s heartwarming gesture to Lando Norris after the race lights up the 2023 British GP

Lando Norris and Max Verstappen (Image credit: Yahoo Sports)

Lando Norris and Max Verstappen have fostered a strong friendship that extends back to their childhood racing days. Despite their close bond off the track, their relationship takes a backseat once the race begins. While they enjoy spending time together away from racing, their focus shifts entirely when they put on their helmets.

After an impressive showing at the British GP, Lando Norris came home in P2. Max Verstappen further extended his championship lead after winning in Silverstone. However, the pair was recorded expressing their brotherly love at parc ferme post the British GP. Immediately after getting out of his car, Max Verstappen patted Lando Norris on his helmet as a sign of acknowledgment to the Brit.

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On the racetrack today, Max Verstappen and Norris showed intense rivalry, pushing each other to the max on the first lap of the race. Their ability to separate friendship from competition adds an interesting aspect to their feud, making their battles even more thrilling. The Verstappen and Norris dynamic has been a favorite among Formula One fans.

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Lando Norris was the most impressive driver at the British GP

McLaren driver Lando Norris (Image credit: Sky Sports)

Max Verstappen of Red Bull claimed his sixth consecutive race victory at the 2023 British Grand Prix. This win marked Verstappen’s first time securing the top spot at Silverstone. Red Bull’s triumph also solidified their record of 11 consecutive wins, joining McLaren in this remarkable achievement. The race began with Verstappen facing intense pressure as Lando Norris, a favorite among the home crowd, overtook him at the start.

However, Verstappen persevered and regained the lead, ultimately crossing the finish line in first place. On the other hand, Norris matched his personal best by finishing in the second position, delighting his fans. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton secured a spot on the podium after benefiting from a late safety car intervention. Hamilton’s 14th British Grand Prix podium set a record for most podium finishes at any track in F1 history.

After the British Grand Prix, McLaren sits in P5 in the constructors’ championship. At the same time, Norris and Oscar Piastri are P9 and P11 in the drivers’ championship. With even more upgrades being added to Norris’ MCL60, McLaren has much to look forward to at the upcoming Hungarian GP.

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