What was the Wembley Incident which shook Lando Norris?

What was the Wembley Incident which shook Lando Norris?

Mclaren driver Lando Norris

British Racer and McLaren Formula One driver Lando Norris is considered by many as one of the brightest talents in the Formula One grid. Many fans and pundits have praised him and have claimed him to be fit enough for a “future World Champion.”

Since joining McLaren, Norris has achieved 6 podiums and 1 pole position. Norris finished the race second behind teammate Daniel Ricciardo, scoring his fourth podium of the season and securing McLaren’s first one-two finish since the 2010 Canadian Grand Prix. He finished his season in sixth place in the standings.

Lando is known for his jolly attitude and smile and seems to be one of the friendliest people to meet. But the driver was shaken following the incidents at the 2020 Euro Final in Wembley stadium.

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Lando Norris mugged during 2020 Euro Final

Lando Norris during 2020 Euro Final in Wembley

The final of the 2020 Euro football competition was scheduled in London’s Wembley stadium on 11 July 2021. The event was also marred by crowd disorder, incidents of violence before and after the game and widespread hooliganism by English supporters. Footage from two hours before the final showed a few ticketless fans fighting with stewards to force their way into the stadium.

The match was attended by many high profile people including Lando Norris who was about to race his home race, the British Gp in Silverstone the following weekend. While heading back to his car after the game, Norris was mugged and his $100,000 custom Richard Mille watch was stolen. The incident was reported to the Police and the stolen watch hasn’t been found.

Although Norris confirmed he was unarmed, the incident left him shaken. “The difficult thing is the shock of realising it can happen to anyone including yourself when you never think it will happen to you, or it’s a very slim chance,” he said. “The shock that you can still be vulnerable in any position, it’s a scary thing and I don’t wish it on anyone.”

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Mclaren released a statement on Lando Norris

Lando Norris
Lando Norris

McLaren released a statement following the incident. They confirmed that the watch Lando Norris was wearing was stolen and the driver is safe. The statement read that “Lando was unharmed but he is understandably shaken. The team is supporting Lando and we are sure that racing fans will join us in wishing him all the best for the British Grand Prix this weekend.”

“I’ve been better, I can say that,” said Norris. “I’m not in perfect condition, I’m not going to lie, some work to do mentally. Of course I talk about that a lot, mental health. Mental strength is very important. I’ve not been sleeping that great and so on. So it’s not ideal and I’m feeling a bit sore.

McLaren said it would not be commenting any further as the incident was a “police matter.” Norris too confirmed that he is trying to take his mind off the incident and focus on the race ahead. The driver assured his fans via social media that he will be “alright tomorrow.”

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