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      Woman and man accused of ‘blackmailing’ top F1 racing team boss have charges dropped

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      TWO people charged with blackmailing a top F1 executive have had all charges against them discontinued.Ryan Hilton, 42, and Sarah Surita, 31, were accused of demanding cash from a former high-ranking team chief.The alleged blackmail relates to an ‘unwarranted demand of money’ in November 2014 (stock image)Credit: GettyThe alleged blackmail related to an “unwarranted demand of money” in November 2014, according to court papers.The pair had not entered pleas and yesterday the charges against them were formally discontinued in a two-minute hearing at Reading Crown Court, which neither defendant attended.Defence barrister Nadia Shabat said: “This case should not have been on the listings as the matter was discontinued.”As such, the prosecution was told they would not be required to attend.”Read More on F1Judge Amjad Nawaz confirmed: “This is a discontinuation hearing.”The matter will not be called on. The case is discontinued.”The judge did not explain why the case was called off but said he believed the decision to end proceedings was taken too late for it to be pulled from court listings.Hilton, from Maidenhead, Berkshire, had faced two counts of fraud by false representation.Most read in MotorsportHe was also charged with stalking without fear, alarm or distress relating to “repeated social media posts of a derogatory nature”.Surita, 31, who also uses the surname Westbury and lives in Slough, faced one charge of fraud by false representation.Cost of an F1 carIt is understood they were set to deny the charges.The Crown Prosecution Service was invited to comment on why the charges were dropped.At a hearing earlier this year held at East Berkshire magistrates’ court in Slough, the pair, understood to have been charged in January, were released on bail — but ordered not to contact their alleged victim.The court heard they denied making threats or that their actions amounted to blackmail.They also claim the alleged victim’s complaint to the police was inaccurate, it was said. More

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      Inside Brit F1 ace Lando Norris’ £80m life from stunning model girlfriend to the unlikely source of his need for speed

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      LANDO NORRIS has had a need for speed from a very young age – but his first Formula One win came after  109 previous attempts to take the chequered flag.Britain’s new race ace, who roared to victory in the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday, made his F1 debut five years ago — whereas fellow British track star Lewis Hamilton took his first win in only his sixth Grand Prix, in Canada in 2007.Lando Norris is Britain’s latest F1 superstarCredit: GettyNorris celebrates after winning the Miami Grand Prix on SundayCredit: RexLando, 24, began racing aged seven and was competing in kart racing by the age of 13.He won the karting world championship the following year, 2014 — taking the title from Lewis — before he shifted to car racing the same year.In 2015 he started racing in the F4 championship, the usual route via F3 and F2 to F1, signing as a junior driver for McLaren in 2017.Lando, who dedicated Sunday’s superb win to his grandma, already made history as the youngest-ever British driver in F1 in 2019 aged 19.READ MORE F1 NEWSPublic schoolHe is now understood to have a four-year deal with McLaren worth £80million.Only Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are paid more.Not that Lando was short of money before.He is the second child of businessman Adam Norris, who has a £205million fortune, and Belgian mum Cisca.Most read in MotorsportHe grew up in Glastonbury, Somerset, with his older brother Oliver and younger sisters Flo and Cisca, and went to nearby Millfield public school, where boarding fees are more than £40,000 a year.But he left before taking his GCSEs as his star began to rise — slowly but surely — in the motorsport world.Lando Norris spotted with Portugese supermodel who dated former Chelsea striker at Monte Carlo Masters finalAfter Sunday’s triumph his dad told Sky Sports: “It’s been a long time coming, I think everyone is saying it.“It’s been amazing, you’ve seen 110 [Grands Prix] but I was working it out, it’s probably about 900 races I’ve been to over the last 16 years. It’s been a long time, but it’s there — we got there.“I counted out 350 weekends away, and then all the other races on those weekends, but it’s brilliant, I love it. I’m so happy for him.”Lando’s parents were not in Miami for the race, but saw it on TV at home, like countless fans worldwide.But Adam was sent a text by Lewis’s dad acknowledging the win and the sacrifices the family had made to get Lando into the top spot.He had previously come second eight times, making Sunday’s victory seem even longer in coming after years of striving to make it.After growing up in Somerset he moved to a mansion near the McLaren headquarters in Woking, Surrey, but last year he moved to tax haven Monaco — like many of his fellow racing drivers.He said the move was so he could ensure he could “look after my things for my future”, and so that many of his friends and family can visit.However, it is believed he still owns a £20million pad in Surrey, should he ever need to be in the UK.He also owns a fleet of road-going supercars, including a £300,000 McLaren 765LT Spider and a £1million McLaren Senna, and he is understood to have a £350,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith and a £28,000 classic 1950s open-top Fiat Jolly.It seems Lando is having the last laugh on childhood bullies, who targeted him over his stature — he is 5ft 6in — which also led to mockery on the karting track as a youngster.Now he is one of the most loved stars on the F1 circuit for his down-to-earth attitude — such as his willingness to get his hands dirty.After the 2020 Hungarian Grand Prix he was spotted sitting cross-legged, in his own world, unscrewing bolts from his car.McLaren boss Zak Brown has watched him bloom since he first signed with the company in 2017, and said: “He used to be extremely shy, and he still is to a certain extent. Now his manner is more extroverted, but not in a loud way. Although he was uber-fast from day one, his race craft and maturity is now at another level.”Despite all the privilege and adoring crowds that come with being a professional sportsman, Lando has not let it go to his head.The favourite thing about his job, ahead of the cars and money, is his young fan base.‘Lucky charm’He said: “For me, the coolest thing is always seeing the kids, that I can relate to the most.“I remember being there with my dad. We waited just outside the gates.“The world of F1 was so big and I was tiny. I didn’t even know what the gates were, we were waiting for Jenson Button to come out. I can relate to being a kid and seeing someone — me, Lewis or George [Russell] or any driver. Seeing them and thinking, ‘Wow, I want to be like that one day’.“It is weird that they think that of me. It’s a bit surreal but I can relate to that and I want to give back.”According to rumour, The F1 ace is currently dating model Margarida CorceiroCredit: instagramNorris previously dated Luisinha Oliveira, pictured in 2022Credit: GettyOne unlikely member of the Lando fan club appears to be Donald Trump, who congratulated him after his Miami win on Sunday.Lando said: “He said he was my lucky charm because it was my win, so I don’t know if he’s going to come to more races now.“But yeah, there’s a lot of special people, cool people, that have been here this weekend.”Lando dated Portuguese model Luisa Oliveira from August 2021 to September 2022, leading to abuse from trolls who took offence at the relationship.Luisa even suffered death threats, and Lando said: “Whether it’s about my personal life, me and my girlfriend, especially the amount of hate pages dedicated to Luisa now, it is pretty horrific.“They are on Instagram and Twitter, they are the main ones.”I don’t mind when people ask for a selfie. Of course, it’s maybe not the nicest thing when you’re in the middle of dinner. But I feel like I can’t say noLandoLando also got targeted for any driving mistakes on the track and for being part of a British racing team.He has called on social media to do more to tackle the trolls, but insists he does not let it bother him.He said: “What I find the funniest in a way is people are actually spending their one life on Earth just sat behind a computer trying to ruin and bully someone.“When people are creating fake pages and fake chats, and fake Whats-App messages, then I am like, ‘You’re actually spending your life doing that?’ They’re wasting their life.“Not enough gets done. I report the things I see but there are so many, I don’t have time to go through them all.”Despite the abuse, Lando appreciates his fans and is happy to meet them when they approach him.He once said: “I don’t mind when people come and do it. Of course, it’s maybe not the nicest thing when you’re in the middle of dinner and people come and say, ‘Can I get a quick picture please?’READ MORE SUN STORIES“But I feel like I can’t say no. I feel like they’d hate me and they wouldn’t be my fan any more.“Maybe I need to start saying no a bit more often. But I struggle to.”Norris had a need for speed from a very young age, pictured Lando at 8Lando steers his McLaren to victory in the Miami Grand PrixCredit: RexLando with his parentsCredit: Instagram More

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      Fans say Lando Norris is time traveller after F1 star took lie detector test saying he would win Miami GP BEFORE race

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      LANDO NORRIS predicted he would win the Miami Grand Prix BEFORE the race.The British F1 star, 24, claimed his first race win on Sunday on his 110th start.Lando Norris predicted his first F1 race win during a lie detector testCredit: Sky Sports F1Norris ended his wait for a chequered flag at the Miami Grand Prix on SundayCredit: GettyIt came after Norris had achieved 15 podiums without taking the chequered flag.His victory was also McLaren’s first since Daniel Ricciardo won the 2021 Italian Grand Prix.Norris has left fans convinced he is a time traveller, though, after taking a lie detector test ahead of the race.A video shared to Sky Sports F1’s YouTube channel on Sunday showed Norris answering a series of questions.READ MORE IN SPORTWhen asked if he will win a race in 2024, he answered “Yes,” which was deemed true by the lie detector.Explaining his answer, Norris added: “I’m just fed up of not believing so I decided to change my attitude.”Fans flocked to the comments section after spotting the prediction had come true.One fan wrote: “Definitely wasn’t lying when he said he’d win a race this year.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother added: “This aged insanely well, insanely quickly.”A third fan also commented: “Lie detectors predict the future now?”Lando Norris spotted with Portugese supermodel who dated former Chelsea striker at Monte Carlo Masters finalMeanwhile, another said: “This aged like fine wine.”The Brit was later asked if he is going to be a world champion one day.Norris again said “yes” and answered the same when pressed if it would be with McLaren, who he has driven for since his F1 debut in 2019.His win in Miami leaves Norris fourth in the Drivers’ Championship ahead of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola on May 19.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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      Model Margarida Corceiro keeps rumoured romance under hat as Brit ‘boyfriend’ Lando Norris wins first Grand Prix

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      MODEL Margarida Corceiro keeps a rumoured romance under her hat as British “boyfriend” Lando Norris wins his first Grand Prix.The Portuguese 21-year-old was seen with driver, 24, at the ­Monte-Carlo Masters tennis last month — but stayed silent about Sunday’s F1 victory in Miami.Model Margarida Corceiro keeps a rumoured romance under her hat as British ‘boyfriend’ Lando Norris wins his first Grand Prix.Credit: Capture Media AgencyModel Margarida has been linked with British ‘boyfriend’ Lando Norris who won his first Grand Prix this weekendCredit: magui_corceiro/instagramLando Norris pictured with MargaridaCredit: Sky SportsMargarida showed her sunny side in an orange bikini as part of a bikini campaign for MISSUS Swimsuits & Apparel.British racer Lando, who she has been romantically linked to, celebrated his first win for McLaren on Sunday.The 24-year-old from Glastonbury has finished second eight times before and had come agonisingly close to breaking his duck.In the 2021 Russian GP he slid off in the wet on the final few laps while leading. And he squandered the chance of victory in Qatar last year.READ MORE ON MARGARIDA But likeable Norris finally ended his wait for a win in Miami as he finished ahead of Verstappen and Charles Leclerc who completed the podium.Norris signed a new deal with McLaren earlier this season in a bid to fend off interest from rival teams.He joined McLaren’s young driver programme in February 2017 after a successful junior career.He has built himself a reputation as a brilliantly quick and smooth racing driver and his personality has made him a hit with fans and was a popular winner.Most read in MotorsportLando celebrates his Miami GP victoryCredit: GettyLando Norris wins his first EVER Grand Prix as Brit shocks champ Max Verstappen in Miami More

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      ‘Only Travis Kelce can afford this’, Miami Grand Prix fans fume over ‘ridiculous’ food prices including $180 nachos

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      FORMULA 1 fans have been left stunned by the prices of food and drink at the Miami Grand Prix.Attendees at the high-profile Formula 1 race over the weekend posted pictures on social media of the menus at the Hard Rock Stadium campus.A viral photo of the food menu at the Miami Grand PrixCredit: Twitter/OHaraSportsOne of the drinks menus at the Formula 1 eventCredit: Twitter/ryanellisracingNFL star Travis Kelce attended the high-profile raceCredit: X/traviskelce_fanPatrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany also attended the eventCredit: GettyAnd fans were left in shock and awe at some of the cost of concessions, which includes $280 lobster rolls, $180 nachos and a $190 ‘fruit refresher.’A yellowfin tuna poke was $170 while chilled prawns were a whopping $290.An ounce of caviar added to any item would set customers back $400.In addition, the F1 platter – which comprises sliders, quesadillas, and chicken tenders – were on the menu for $290.”Are those prices in another currency? Or really big bites?” one fan said.”That fruit better be amazing,” another fan said. “Lol!! Insane, a third fan added.Meanwhile, the drinks were just as expensive, with the cheapest bottle of white wine $190 while a bottle of Hendrik’s gin set fans back $560.Most read in MotorsportThe menu comes from the prestigious Hard Rock Beach Club, which is one of the VIP sections of the circuit.The cost of food and drinks at other sessions of the race track were cheaper.Moment George Russell takes Ed Sheeran for ‘really f—ed up’ Miami Grand Prix lap that leaves singer shakingThe Miami Grand Prix attracted a high-end crowd, including a number of A-list celebrities.Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce visited the race as investors of the Alpine F1 team.The pair were spotted alongside French soccer legend Zinedine Zidane in the Alpine garage beore the race with Mahomes’ wife Brittany alongside.”Only Travis Kelce can afford this,” another fan joked about the food prices.Travis Kelce’s next ring?TRAVIS Kelce has three Super Bowl rings – and a psychic matchmaker reckons he could soon add an engagement ring.
      Speaking to The U.S. Sun, the psychic claimed Kelce will soon propose to music megastar girlfriend Taylor Swift.
      But she also predicted both would eventually be married twice.
      “The stars are aligned for these two at the moment,” Deborah Graham told The U.S. Sun.
      “I see the relationship moving forward, and I see it moving towards that next level.
      “The difficulty is that I see two life paths for them and two rings – I see two marriages there for both of them.”

      New Miami Dolphins wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was also present during the festivities alongside singers Camilla Cabello and will.i.am.Former US president Donald Trump was even on-site to take in the race day.NFL icon Tom Brady was spotted earlier in the week at the grand prix, as was Kendall Jenner.Kelce capped off an action-packed weekend by partying at a Miami hotspot with Formula 1 star Lando Norris on Sunday evening.After attending the F1 race day alongside Mahomes, Kelce headed out to a celebrity party at Carbone Beach on South Beach.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe stylish NFL star wore a white and cream patchwork shirt with matching white pants, plus pastel pink sneakers.He was pictured hanging out with Norris – who was fresh off his epic victory in the Miami GP – as well as record producer Steve Stoute, chef Mario Carbone, NBA star Jordan Clarkson and BMX athlete Nigel Sylvestre.Former US president Donald Trump at the Miami GPCredit: Getty More

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      Lewis Hamilton reveals five-word piece of advice he gave Lando Norris after Brit’s maiden F1 win at Miami Grand Prix

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      LEWIS HAMILTON had a short five-word piece of advice for Lando Norris after his maiden Formula One win at the Miami Grand Prix. Norris, 24, capitalised on a rare off day for the reigning world champion Max Verstappen to win the thriller at the Hard Rock Stadium.Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton pictured in February 2024 in BahrainCredit: GettyAnd Hamilton – who finished sixth – was there to congratulate his countryman and urge him to party the night away. He told Sky Sports: “Honestly, I feel really happy for Lando. Yeah, I just told him he needs to stay tonight!”Hamilton, 39, was asked: “Has he changed his flight? You can fly him home.”He replied: “He’s going to try and change his flight, he’s got to, he’s just won a race!READ MORE IN F1“But, such a special moment to win your first Grand Prix and obviously I started at McLaren so I’m really happy to see them back at the top, it’s been a long time.”Norris finished second eight times before and had come agonisingly close to breaking his duck.In the 2021 Russian GP he slid off in the wet on the final few laps while leading. And he squandered the chance of victory in Qatar last year.But likeable Norris finally ended his wait for a win in Miami as he finished ahead of Verstappen and Charles Leclerc who completed the podium.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNorris signed a new deal with McLaren earlier this season in a bid to fend off interest from rival teams.He joined McLaren’s young driver programme in February 2017 after a successful junior career.Lando Norris wins his first EVER Grand Prix as Brit shocks champ Max Verstappen in MiamiHe has built himself a reputation as a brilliantly quick and smooth racing driver and his personality has made him a hit with fans and was a popular winner.Norris, who was interviewed by Jenson Button, said: “Ahhh. About time huh? F***! – Sorry.“It has been a long time coming but finally, I managed to do it for the whole team. I finally delivered for them.“It was a long race but finally on top, I am over the moon. The whole weekend has been good. “I have had some little setbacks along the way, but I knew on Friday we had the pace but we put it all together.“Thanks to everybody at McLaren and thanks to my mum and dad too. I am just proud.“A lot of people doubted me along the way and I made some mistakes over the past five years but also I stuck with McLaren because I believed in them.”Norris celebrates his first F1 Grand Prix winCredit: Getty More

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      Lando Norris’ rise to first Grand Prix win as son of millionaire earns £80m, dates string of models and lives in Monaco

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      LANDO NORRIS achieved his maiden Grand Prix win in Miami on Sunday to confirm the Brit’s rise to the top of Formula 1.It has been a long time coming, with Norris having finished in second place on EIGHT occasions.Lando Norris picked up his first F1 win in MiamiCredit: RexThe McLaren star finally managed to get over his second place hoodooCredit: GettyNorris is rumoured to be dating Margarida CorceiroCredit: instagramNorris lives in MonacoCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskIn the 2021 Russian Grand Prix he slid off in the wet on the final few laps while leading. And he squandered the chance of victory in Qatar last year.Miami was his 110th race and he struck a little fortunate in the sunshine state as he was able to pit while a safety car was deployed, meaning he was able to hold onto his lead.Norris, 24, was still tasked with fending off the dangerous Max Verstappen, who was struggling with his car having hit a bollard earlier in the race.But Norris’ victory was well deserved and will be a popular one, with the McLaren star one of the most well-liked drivers in the sport.READ MORE LANDO NORRISIt is also a welcome return to the top step of the podium for his team, who last tasted victory in Monza in 2020 and presented Norris with a new deal earlier this season.Norris joined McLaren’s young driver programme in February 2017 after a successful junior career, and has now reached the pinnacle of motorsport.Here we take a look inside his amazing lifestyle and his rise to the pinnacle of F1.Driving careerNorris was a successful kart racer in his youth, winning three competitions alone in 2013 including CIK-FIA European Championship — KFJ.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Brit was a karting champion in his youthCredit: AlamyThe Brit is a keen traveller when he gets the chanceCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskHis main residence is in MonacoCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskHe made the move away from karting the following year and continued to impress with several first-place finishes.Norris first began to grab headlines with success in Formula 2, finishing second overall in 2018 when part of Carlin.Inside Lewis Hamilton’s £13m collection of supercars including £4m classic and £1.6m ride made entirely for himHe then joined McLaren and made his F1 debut in 2019, featuring in 21 races that year.The Bristol-born driver achieved his first podium a year later, before making pole for the first and only time in 2021.He is on course to record his best season to date, with the 2023 campaign his best so far after picking up 205 points to finish in sixth place overall.HomesLike his compatriot Lewis Hamilton and many other F1 drivers, Norris lives in Monaco after moving to the French Riveira last year.Explaining the decision to move to the tax haven, he said: “I’m moving to Monaco after [the final race in] Abu Dhabi for the reasons you probably expect.“It’s something that obviously a lot of drivers go to do.“And especially with how racing is – I think you’ve seen it with a lot of the drivers, how quickly things can also go downhill.”He previously lived in Surrey near McLaren’s base in Woking, and is understood to still own a stunning £20m mansion in the area.GirlfriendsAs well as fame and fortune, F1 offers its stars opportunities to meet glamorous girlfriends, and that is exactly what Norris has been able to do.He is rumoured to be dating Margarida Corceiro, having first been spotted with the Portuguese supermodel and actress in public last year.Norris and Margarida Corceiro went to watch some tennis togetherCredit: X/ @SkySportsTennisThe Portuguese is a model and actressCredit: instagramHe was previously in a relationship with Luisinha OliveiraCredit: GettyThe pair split in 2021 after being subject to abuse and death threatsThey were seen attending the Monte Carlo Masters final earlier this year.Neither have posted photos with one another on social media with their apparent relationship taking place in private.Norris previously dated model Luisinha Oliveira between August 2021 and September 2022.The couple announced their split on social media, with Norris writing at the time: “After time and consideration, Luisa and myself have mutually decided to end our relationship but remain good friends.”I wish her the world and have so much respect for her and all she does as an amazing and strong woman with nothing but kindness.”Salary Norris is one of the highest earners in the paddock after penning a deal to extend his stay at McLaren to 2026.The pay rise is believed to have increased his earnings to an eye-watering £20million a year, with the contract worth £80m in total.Only Verstappen, Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are paid more.FamilyNorris’ father Adam, 51, is one of the wealthiest Brits with an estimated fortune of £200m.He is a retired pensions manager and is often seen in the paddock supporting his son.His mother Cisca is from the Flanders region of Belgium, and Norris has two younger sisters, one also named Cisca and the other Flo, as well as an older brother called Oliver.Norris’ father Adam is one of Britain’s wealthiest menCredit: GettyNorris is one of the most liked drivers in F1Credit: Not known, clear with picture deskSupercarsIt is no surprise a keen petrolhead has the garage to match his love for driving.Norris has plenty of cars in his collection and was gifted a £300,000 765LT Spider supercar when he signed his new McLaren contract.He was also seen at Silverstone last year in his £1million McLaren Senna, while he’s understood to have a £350,000 Rolls Royce Wraith and a £28,000 Fiat Jolly.He also owns a McLaren 720S which is capable of reaching 212mph and can reach 0-60 mph in just 2.8 seconds.Norris owns a McLaren 720SCredit: GettyWatchesNorris also has a love for watches and boasts big brands like Rolex and Audemars.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe is also brand loyal and owns two Richard Mille McLaren timepieces, one of which was stolen from Norris when he attended the Euro 2020 final at Wembley in July 2021.The £144,000 designer watch – a Richard Mille RM11-03 Automated Flyback – has been limited to just 500 pieces worldwide, so is something of a prized asset.Norris’ £144,000 designer watch was stolen at the Euro 2020 finalCredit: Alpha PressHe regularly travels by private jetCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk More

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      Lando Norris wins his first EVER F1 Grand Prix as Brit shocks champ Max Verstappen in Miami

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      LANDO NORRIS was the top Trump in the Miami Grand Prix after winning his first F1 GP.The brilliant Brit capitalised on a rare off day for the reigning world champion Max Verstappen to win this thriller at the Hard Rock Stadium.Norris is hoisted in the air after his sensational victoryLando Norris has claimed his first F1 Grand Prix victoryCredit: ReutersNorris capitalised on a rare off day for Max Verstappen to win in MiamiCredit: APBefore the race it was former US President Donald Trump who was basking in the applause at the Sunshine State.But Norris stole his thunder with a fantastic driver – and a fortuitous Safety Car – for his maiden F1 win in 110 starts.The 24-year-old from Glastonbury has finished second eight times before and had come agonisingly close to breaking his duck.In the 2021 Russian GP he slid off in the wet on the final few laps while leading. And he squandered the chance of victory in Qatar last year.READ MORE ON F1But the likeable Norris finally ended his wait for a win here in Miami as he finished ahead of Verstappen and Leclerc who completed the podium.Norris signed a new deal with McLaren earlier this season in a bid to fend off interest from rival teams.He joined McLaren’s young driver programme in February 2017 after a successful junior career.He has built himself a reputation as a brilliantly quick and smooth racing driver and his personality has made him a hit with fans and was a popular winner.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis race got off to a flying start when Sergio Perez gave Verstappen a scare on the opening lap when he fired up the inside and nearly took out the Dutchman.Perez zoomed straight on and narrowly avoided contact with his teammate and the Ferrari of Carlos Sainz.Fans hail ‘greatest grid walk moment ever’ as F1 legend Martin Brundle shows off his ‘sharp reflexes’ at Miami GPThe Mexican’s error threw open the door to McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, who started hunting down Verstappen.Piastri was able to keep the Red Bull man in his sights as the world champion was unable to pull away in his usual fashion.Verstappen was battling his Red Bull and working hard to keep it pointing in the right direction.At one point he lost control and clattered into a plastic bollard – an unusual mistake for the reigning world champion.He stopped for fresh tyres on lap 24, three laps after striking the bollard, which put Piastri into the lead.Piastri then stopped himself on lap 28 for tyres which meant his teammate Lando Norris inherited first place in the race.The Brit, who had looked all quick all weekend, was then given a substantial boost in unusual circumstances.Kevin Magnussen, who bashed into Lewis Hamilton on Saturday earning him penalties totalling 35 seconds in sanctions, crashed into Logan Sargeant.The US driver, who faces an uncertain future in F1, was punted into the barriers and his stricken Williams saw the Safety Car deployed.That allowed Norris to make his pitstop and retain first place for the outright lead.Former US President Donald Trump was in attendanceCredit: ReutersLewis Hamilton finished in sixth placeCredit: GettyRed Bull’s Max Verstappen cuts a frustrated figure after finishing secondCredit: ReutersWhen the Safety Car finished, Norris was able to hold off the threat of Verstappen, who was unable to find a way past the McLaren.In fact, Verstappen was more concerned with holding off Leclerc, who was doing his best to snatch second place.It set up a thrilling finale as Norris held his nerve out in front while Verstappen toiled, he radioed his team saying: “I can’t get the car to turn. It’s a disaster!”Behind him the Ferrari duo of Leclerc and Sainz battled and caught Piastri. The Aussie was clipped by the latter and suffered front wing damage that meant he was forced to pit, killing off his chances of a podium.Meanwhile, Hamilton was doing his best to drag his Mercedes to a top five finish. The 39 year old was unable to find a way past Perez, who took fifth and Hamilton had to settle for sixth.But it was Norris’s day as he celebrated his win with his team, who recorded their first victory since Monza 2020.Norris, who was interviewed by Jenson Button, who also had to wait for his first win, said: “Ahhh. About time huh? F***! – Sorry.“It has been a long time coming but finally, I managed to do it for the whole team. I finally delivered for them.“It was a long race but finally on top, I am over the moon.“The whole weekend has been good. I have had some little setbacks along the way, but I knew on Friday we had the pace but we put it all together.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Thanks to everybody at McLaren and thanks to my mum and dad too. I am just proud.“A lot of people doubted me along the way and I made some mistakes over the past five years but also I stuck with McLaren because I believed in them.”Norris sits on top of the podium, as Verstappen takes second and Charles Leclerc has to settle for thirdCredit: AFPThe Miami Grand Prix attracts plenty of celebs, including singer Camila CabelloCredit: AFPCroatia’s sexiest fan Ivana Knoll was in attendanceCredit: GettyWill.i.am was also seen taking a stroll in the paddockNFL star: Odell Beckham Jr was seen playing football in the paddockCredit: GettySlovakian model Veronika Rajek put on a leggy display at the Miami Grand PrixCredit: Getty More