Lando Norris, the race winner, celebrated with his McLaren team after clinching his first victory in Formula 1 in Miami. He expressed his satisfaction in proving his critics wrong, who labeled him as « Nowins ». Norris started the race in sixth place, but moved up to first when the cars ahead of him made pit stops. Despite the pressure from Max Verstappen, Norris defended his position and finished with a comfortable lead of 6.7 seconds. This victory, achieved in his 110th attempt, was a testament to Norris’ belief in his abilities and the motivation he drew from the skepticism surrounding his performance. He thanked those who doubted him for fueling his determination. Norris acknowledged that not everyone supported him, but the cheers and congratulations he received from the crowd and his united team meant a lot to him. He emphasized that the opinions of his inner circle, including his team, engineers, manager, coach, and family, carried more weight than those of the unbelievers. While he did not seek approval from everyone, he found great satisfaction in proving his critics wrong and showcasing his skills.
