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      ‘Bro lost all his aura’ – Watch moment Lando Norris walks straight into a WALL at F1 Spanish Grand Prix

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      LANDO NORRIS suffered a huge crash into the wall at the Formula One Spanish Grand Prix, but fortunately not in his car.The British driver is hoping to win back-to-back races for the second time in his F1 career after taking the chequered flag in Monaco last weekend.Lando Norris had an embarrassing gaffe at the F1 Spanish Grand PrixCredit: GettyNorris smashed into a wall while trying to walk into the McLaren motor homeCredit: Instagram @experiences.xoNorris was able to laugh it off with a fanCredit: Instagram @experiences.xoHis win moved him to within three points of McLaren team-mate and World Drivers Championship leader Oscar Piastri.At Spain’s Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Norris went fastest in Free Practice One by more than three tenths, before clocking in fourth during Free Practice Two later on Friday.But ahead of Saturday’s Free Practice Three the 25-year-old made a huge gaffe in the F1 paddock.As he went to walk into the McLaren motor home, Norris was seen speaking to a fan.READ MORE IN F1However, the Bristol-born racer lost his bearings.And instead of going through the door, Norris ended up smashing straight into the wall.Video footage of the hilarious incident was shared to social media, with Norris almost seeming like he was trying to square up to the wall as he looked up at it in frustration.But his angry scowl quickly melted away in the Catalan heat and was replaced by a beaming smile as he was able to laugh at his accident.Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe was seen being checked by a member of the McLaren team and joking with the fan before he then managed to find his line and get through the door.Reacting to the funny gaffe, one fan said: “Omg that was hilarious.”Lando Norris left with head in his hands as F1 rival tells him he’s getting instant fine for press conference blunderA second said: “DNS in the paddock.”A third added: “Bro lost all his aura.”Another said: “It gets funnier every time you watch it.”A fourth joked: “I’m counting this as an injury therefore he’s winning.”Norris put in his best lap of the weekend when he eventually got behind the wheel of his McLaren in FP3.But he was still not quick enough to match Piastri, who clocked in a 1:12.387 which was more than half a second faster than Norris.While the two McLaren’s battle it out, they need to be careful of four-time world champion Max Verstappen, who remains just 22 points behind Norris as he eyes a fifth title in a row.Speaking to reporters on Thursday about his championship chances, Norris said: “It’s a great feeling to be in the lead of the championship and to have more points than everyone, but it’s not something I look at.”It’s not something that changes anything I do day to day. It doesn’t change how hard I work or what I try to achieve. “I just try to win this weekend and I’ll try and win in Montreal and I’ll try and win in Austria. It’s got nothing to do with what position I am in.THE new Formula One season is well underway – and one team appear to be running away with it.A massive summer of change saw Lewis Hamilton move on from Mercedes and join Ferrari, while the McLaren pair of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have a big chance to end Max Verstappen’s recent dominance.The Red Bull ace is aiming for a record-equalling FIFTH consecutive world title.INFORMATIONLATEST NEWSSEASON SO FAR”I think mathematically probably the whole grid can win the championship. I think there’s plenty of opportunities.”Max can still win, I think Ferrari — I expect them to get better into the season.”Iconic F1TV and Channel 4 commentator Alex Jacques revealed his verdict on this year’s “ludicrous” title race.Speaking exclusively to SunSport, he said: “I really loved it because you’ve got three drivers at totally different stages of their careers. “You’ve also got Lando Norris, [who] came in as the pre-season favourite.”Can he deal with the expectation on his shoulders? And Oscar Piastri, exceeding expectations for where he is. You’ve got the McLaren drivers trying to win their first championships.”You’ve got Max trying to make history and emulate the great Michael Schumacher. “And he’d only be two behind the all-time record if he gets five with a lot of his career still to go. It’s a wonderful dynamic. The qualifying sessions have been so tight.”We’ve not had a gap between first and second. that’s been over a tenth. “That is ludicrous. We used to have gaps between first and second of a second back in the early 90s. F1 is ultra-competitive, we’re having a great season.”Read More on The SunSpain’s Barcelona circuit, which has been a venue for the sport since 1991, could be hosting its last Grand Prix after F1 chiefs signed a deal for Madrid to host a new hybrid street race from 2026.Although Barcelona track chiefs are still hopeful of hosting races alongside the Madrid venue. More

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      Fernando Alonso overheard taking sarcastic swipe at old rival Lewis Hamilton after blunder ahead of Spanish Grand Prix

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      FERNANDO ALONSO took a sarcastic swipe at Lewis Hamilton in Spanish Grand Prix practice.The Aston Martin star was left raging in Friday’s second practice session at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.Fernando Alonso was wound-up after being overtaken by Lewis HamiltonCredit: XThe Aston Martin driver made a sarcastic comment about his rivalCredit: GettyLewis Hamilton was dubbed ‘the hero’ by AlonsoCredit: PAAlonso was ahead of Lance Stroll and Hamilton as they whizzed around the track.The Spaniard and the Brit were both preparing for fast laps as, meanwhile, Stroll was on a fast lap of his own.Alonso saw his team-mate coming and allowed him to pass.Hamilton saw this and used the chance to overtake the 43-year-old without a point this season on the outside.READ MORE IN F1The seven-time world champion’s move angered Alonso and he was heard saying over the team radio: “We have the hero of the day in front of us.”The good thing is that the weekend is very long, even the championship is very long.”Alonso and Hamilton have a long-standing rivalry that dates back to when they were team-mates at McLaren in 2007.Both were involved in confrontations on and off the track, with Alonso opening up about their relationship last year.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHe told the DAZN documentary, ‘Fernando. Revealed’: “We were in the same team, the same garage, we travelled together many times, we were in the meetings and we began to notice that there was this friction, there was tension.”There were many things that broke the relationship harmony of that year. One of F1’s most recognisable voices reveals Leclerc and Hamilton moments that will live with him forever”We were young, immature, I was the first, and we had many clashes.”Now there is another type of rivalry, I don’t think we will be friends in the future or that we will ever have… I think we don’t share many things.” More

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      Christian Horner breaks silence on ‘flattering’ Ferrari rumours after being tipped to join Lewis Hamilton at F1 giants

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      CHRISTIAN HORNER has shut down rumours of a move to Ferrari.The Red Bull boss was linked with Lewis Hamilton’s team with Ferrari chairman John Elkann said to be a huge admirer of the British 51-year-old.Christian Horner has been with Red Bull since 2005Credit: GettyHorner is one of the most successful team principals in F1 history, overseeing eight drivers’ titles and six constructors’ championships at Red Bull.He most recently signed a new deal in 2021 but is out of contract next year, sparking speculation about his future.When asked if Ferrari contacted him and if it was a job he would ever consider, he replied: “Of course it’s always flattering to be associated with other teams but my commitment 100 per cent is with Red Bull.“It always has been and certainly will be for the long-term. There’s a bunch of speculation always in this business.READ MORE IN SPORT“People coming here, going there or whatever. I think people within the team know exactly what the situation is.”My Italian is worse than Flavio [Briatore’s] English, so how on earth would that work?”There has been plenty of infighting at Red Bull in recent years involving Max Verstappen’s dad Jos and senior adviser Helmut Marko.Four-time world champion Verstappen even declared that he would quit the team if Marko was sacked following rumours he might be suspended.Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFerrari have an enviable pair of drivers on their rosterCredit: GettyA recent clash between the pair saw them support different drivers for the No2 spot following Sergio Perez’s departure.Marko is said to have preferred Liam Lawson while Horner was keen on Franco Colapinto after he replaced Logan Sargeant at Williams.10 Years of Max Verstappen documentary trailer More

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      Illegal immigrant who swiped £250k from Jenson Button’s wife is jailed after CCTV showed shocking heist

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      A CAREER criminal who swiped £250,000 from Jenson Button’s wife has been jailed after the terrifying heist was caught on camera.Mourad Aid, 41, stole Brittny’s carry-on, which contained lavish jewellery and designer handbags, from St Pancras station.Jenson Button’s wife was robbed at St Pancras stationCredit: GettyMourad Aid stole a red suitcase containing £250k of goodsCredit: British Transport PoliceBrittny later said she did not want to return to the UKAid has been jailed for two yearsCredit: BTPFootage showed Formula One driver Button stood with his back turned as he helped a chauffeur load his belongings into a vehicle.Aid was then filmed running through the busy station and past the British Library while wheeling the red suitcase.He has now been two years and four months after pleading guilty to theft at Westminster Magistrates’ court.The Algerian national will be automatically deported once he has served his sentence, Mail Online reports.Read more newsJPs were told Aid came to the UK in 2019 on a six-month tourist visa but stayed illegally when it expired.He has never applied for asylum or appeared to have legal employment, it was said.Brittny revealed the bag had more than £250,000 worth of items, including countless sentimental objects and antique jewellery from her wedding and the birth of her daughter.The suitcase also contained two Kelly bags, which together are worth a whopping £70,000.Most read in MotorsportEx-Playboy model Brittny said she would normally not carry such sentimental items but was travelling for a Valentine’s trip to Paris.Many of the stolen goods were listed online following the theft – although these were later tracked down.Brittny, now an interior designer, says the experience left her “traumatised” and cast a dark cloud over their getaway.She also revealed the couple have “no interest” in flying back to the UK from California, where they currently live.The mum added: “It definitely was shocking that I just didn’t think.”I’m normally pretty cautious when I’m out in public and travelling, but I just didn’t think that there were gangs literally just waiting for people and watching.”Aid was arrested by plain clothes officers on February 17 – four days after the couple were targeted.British Transport Police Detective Sergeant Marc Farmer said: “This was a brazen and opportunistic theft by a man who took advantage of the victim and her husband having their backs turned for a matter of seconds while loading up their car with luggage.Read More on The Sun”He was able to quickly swipe the suitcase without them even noticing, which hammers home just how sneaky these sorts of criminals really are and why it’s so important to keep one eye on your belongings at all times.”While the incident wasn’t captured on CCTV, we were still able to trace Aid through other investigative opportunities, and he was arrested by our plain clothes officers just days later.”The thief has been jailed for two yearsCredit: British Transport PoliceJenson and Brittny had returned from a tripCredit: brittny/Instagram More

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      Lewis Hamilton hits out at ‘bulls***’ speculation on relationship with Ferrari engineer after awkward F1 radio chat

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has hit out at “bulls**t” criticism of his relationship with Ferrari engineer Riccardo Adami.The seven-time world champ was fifth at Monaco last weekend and on the cooldown lap thanked the team for repairing his car for qualifying after a crash in FP3.Lewis Hamilton has hit out at the criticism of his relationship with his race engineerCredit: GettyHamilton insists he has a good relationship with Riccardo AdamiCredit: GettyBut there was radio silence from his team and Hamilton asked “are you upset with me or something?”, while there was still no response.Hamilton had been given a three-grid place penalty for impeding Max Verstappen after he was told the wrong information by Adami in qualifying.The British driver was informed that Verstappen was on a slow lap, so did not get out of the way when he was actually on a flying lap.It comes after the ex-Mercedes star sarcastically told his new team to have a “tea break” in the Miami GP, where they rowed over swapping places with Charles Leclerc.READ MORE ON LEWIS HAMILTONHamilton said: “There were areas that we just had radio problems.“I didn’t get all the information I wanted — and that was it.“There’s a lot of speculation. I mean, most of it’s bulls**t.”Meanwhile, Brit Lando Norris has clapped back at claims the title charge is only between him and team-mate Oscar Piastri.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPiastri leads Norris by three points at the top, with Verstappen 25 points off the Aussie driver in third place.But McLaren star Norris said: “Mathematically, the whole grid can win the championship.“If you think it’s just out of me and Oscar, you’re a bit silly.”One of F1’s most recognisable voices reveals Leclerc and Hamilton moments that will live with him forever More

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      Tragedy as groundsman dies aged 55 after falling in pond while mowing grass at iconic F1 Grand Prix track

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      A GROUNDSMAN at the Red Bull Ring has tragically died after falling into a pond.The 55-year-old fell into a water retainer at the Spielberg Circuit in Austria on Wednesday morning after losing his footing while operating a motor scythe.A 55-year-old groundsman at Red Bull’s racing circuit has sadly passed awayCredit: GETTYThe man tragically passed away after falling into a pond at the Red Bull ringCredit: GETTYThe groundsman fell 23 FEET into the basin, which he desperately tried to make his way out of.A co-worker and a police officer jumped into the basin to try to save him.But they were unable to pull him out and he sadly ended up drowning.Attempts to save the man were initially hindered by the murky water in the basin.READ MORE IN SPORTAnd it wasn’t until the volunteer fire department arrived on the scene that he was able to be located.First responders tried to resuscitate the man after retrieving him from the basin.But they were unsuccessful with their attempts to bring him back around and he was pronounced dead at the scene.Several of the man’s co-workers looked on in horror as he fell and sadly lost his life.Most read in MotorsportSeveral of the man’s co-workers saw the tragedy unfoldCredit: GettyA Red Cross crisis intervention team were deployed to give support to the victim’s colleagues.Red Bull have yet to issue a statement on the tragic incident.Max Verstappen snaps at Sky Sports broadcaster as he addresses Red Bull futureThe Red Bull Ring, of course, is the venue for the annual Austrian Grand Prix, which will next take place on June 29. More

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      Who is Lando Norris’ girlfriend Margarida Corceiro?

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      MARGARIDA CORCEIRO is the girlfriend of F1 racing driver Lando Norris, who was spotted celebrating his big win at the Monaco Grand Prix.Here’s what we know about her life, newly rekindled relationship with Lando, and the pair’s prior dating histories.22-year-old Margarida Corciero is an actress, model, and swimwear brand ownerCredit: Instagram/ @magui_Margarida has modelled for brands including Intimissimi and Alo YogaCredit: Instagram / @maguui_corceiroMargarida cheering on her boyfriend Lando Norris at the Monaco Grand PrixCredit: SplashWho is Lando Norris’ girlfriend Margarida Corceiro?Margarida Corceiro is a 22-year-old Portuguese actress, model, and influencer.According to her IMDB profile, she is originally from Santarém, Portugal, which is a city located an hour outside of Lisbon. Prior to her relationship with Lando Norris, Margarida most notably dated famous footballer Joao Felix for four years between 2019 and 2023.How did Lando Norris and Margarida Corceiro meet?Although not much is known about exactly how Lando and Margarida first met, the pair were first spotted together in May 2023 driving around Monaco in a classic 1972 Fiat Jolly.Read More on Lando NorrisThis sighting- and Margarida’s appearances at Lando’s various racing events over the following year- sparked dating rumours, but the relationship was never officially confirmed.Lando Norris and Margarida Corceiro were seen watching the Monte-Carlo Master final in Monaco in April 2024Credit: Sky SportsHow long have Lando Norris and Margarida Corceiro been dating?Lando and Margarida are believed to have first dated on and off between 2023 and 2024.According to a close source, the pair split in August 2024 so Lando could “focus on his sport”.But of May 2025, the couple is officially back together, and Margarida was spotted at the Monaco Grand Prix over the bank holiday weekend cheering her beau on to victory alongside his mum.Most read in MotorsportThe win was Lando’s second of the season, and the McLaren driver pulled off a perfect double pit stop to beat Charles Leclerc.Both girlfriend Margarida and mum Cisca Wauman were thrilled to see Lando secure victory at the Monaco Grand PrixCredit: ReutersLando Norris celebrating his win at the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco on May 25, 2025Credit: GettyWhat does Margarida Corceiro do for a living?Margarida Corceiro is an actress and model by profession, and as of May 2025, she has 2million followers on Instagram, and 787k on her TikTok.She often models for brands such as Intimissimi and Alo Yoga, and appeared on the pages of Vogue Portugal in April 2025.In terms of her acting career, Margarida best-known for her roles on Portugese television programmes such as Zoe on Punto Nemo, Gabi on Morangos com Açúcar, Constança on Bem Me Quer, and Catarina on Prisioneria.She was a contestant on the Portuguese version of Dancing With The Stars in 2020, and also co-owns a swimwear and clothing brand called Missus. The brand uses fabric made from recycled ocean plastic to make their bikinis, and Margarida is often seen modelling its pieces on her socials.Margarida in swimwear from her brand, MissusCredit: Instagram / @magui_corceiroWho has Lando Norris dated in the past?Lando Norris has a well-documented dating history, with the 25-year-old even once admitting during a lie detector test that he had “many girlfriends”.Lando Norris confessing to having ‘many girlfriends’ during a lie detector testCredit: YouTube / Sky Sports F1Before his relationship with Margarida, Lando dated Portuguese influencer Luisinha Oliveira from August 2021 to September 2022- but the pair split after text messages were leaked showing him inviting Dutch model and influencer Randi Hartman out on a McDonald’s date.Lando Norris with his ex-girlfriend Luisinha Oliveira in 2022Credit: GettyThe F1 driver also had rumoured romantic ties to Ukranian model and jewellery brand owner Katerina Berezhna. More

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      Lewis Hamilton spotted partying with ‘Russian model linked to Chelsea flop’ in nightclub hours after Monaco GP

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      LEWIS HAMILTON was spotted partying with a Russian model after the Monaco Grand Prix.The Ferrari driver, 40, came fifth on Sunday and then hit the town for a well-earned night out.Lewis Hamilton was seen dancing with a blonde womanCredit: @GazzettaFerrariThe Ferrari star was supposedly out partying after the Monaco GPCredit: @GazzettaFerrariThe woman is reportedly model Violetta BertCredit: INSTAGRAM @violetta.bertThe Russian influencer has 860,000 followers on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM @violetta.bertBlonde beauty has been linked to Premier League playersCredit: INSTAGRAM @violetta.bertA video has since emerged on social media that appears to show Hamilton dancing next to a blonde woman in a nightclub.The seven-time world champion, who was dressed in a red vest and white sunglasses, got cosy a lady by putting his arm around her while dancing.Reports from the Daily Mail claim the blonde is Russian model and influencer Violetta Bert.The beauty, who boasts 806,000 followers on Instagram, has been posting snaps of herself enjoying the life of luxury in Monaco for the last week.READ MORE IN F1Violetta, 29, was previously rumoured to be dating Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk.The pair never confirmed their relationship before supposedly breaking up last year.Violetta was then linked to former Leeds midfielder Weston McKennie and they reportedly enjoyed a romantic break together in the French Alps.Though she seemingly denied the allegations, writing on social media in January: “Information for fake rumours. I didn’t dump anyone and I’m not dating anyone. And I have never confirmed any relationship.”Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHamilton is thought to be single despite rumours claiming he enjoyed a date with actress Sofia Vergara earlier this year.He has previously been in a relationship with model Camila Kendra and singer Nicole Scherzinger.Lewis Hamilton crashes in Monaco causing red flag and leaving Ferrari a wreck with race against time before qualifyingHamilton’s night out at a high-end club came after an awkward Grand Prix in Monaco.The Brit crashed during a practice session and constructors then faced a race against time to get his car ready for qualifying. And in the main race, Hamilton was involved in a frosty exchange with his Ferrari colleagues after being told to “push now, it is our race.”He said post-drive: “It wasn’t very clear, the information wasn’t that clear. I didn’t really understand ‘this is our race’.“I didn’t know what I was fighting for. Am I fighting for the next spot ahead? “In actual fact when I look at the data I wasn’t near anybody ahead. “I used up my tyres a lot in that moment but I was so far away from them.”Violetta has been in Monaco all weekCredit: INSTAGRAM @violetta.bertVioletta appears to be dancing with the F1 legendCredit: INSTAGRAM @violetta.bertHamilton is believed to be singleCredit: Shutterstock EditorialVioletta was previously linked to Mykhailo MudrykCredit: AP More