Lando Norris has become the most wanted man on the paddock after his recent display of greatness over the last two races. Ferrari and Red Bull are currently fighting over the McLaren driver; while Norris sits back and leaves the F1 community shaken up with his latest social media activity.
Red Bull has thrown a spanner in the works for the 2024 driver’s market as their players at home and AlphaTauri have been underperforming. With the spotlight on Perez’s lackluster performance this season, calls are being made to find Max Verstappen’s next teammate, and. Norris’ phone is ringing.
However, the Milton Keynes outfit isn’t the only one trying to woo the 23-year-old driver. Norris has allegedly signed a pre-contract with Ferrari. While this may be a questionable move, Norris stirs the drama with his latest social media activity.
Lando Norris loves the drama amid Red Bull rumors
Eagle-eyed fans have caught Norris suddenly following Red Bull on his social media sites. While this wouldn’t mean much on any other day, the high-tension environment has fans questioning Norris’ intentions.
Trying to read between the lines, his fans are all wired up with what this could possibly mean. But, knowing the notorious prankster, he probably knew what he was doing by hitting the follow button. And it worked.
Lando just followed Red Bull….. pic.twitter.com/QqS0t7unK4
— Dino (@FormulaDino) July 13, 2023
The connections were endless as a fan even observed that he was the only non-Red Bull-affiliated driver to follow the team.
https://twitter.com/formulaag4/status/1679602484526841856?s=61&t=ejCudk_9cIrvENx_3uWifg
Sure enough, fans were psyched by the sudden decision. Fans called out the driver on his game as Norris played with a lot of emotions in doing this.
wtf is actually going on https://t.co/Q7zbndl6ke
— ْ (@lletherburn) July 14, 2023
https://twitter.com/leclercstin/status/1679607400733581312?s=61&t=aRPOIC1dm5KkVu65lZA1gg
Lando Norris following Red Bull the day where the rumours are all over the place is the most Lando Norris thing EVER
— Ani (@Louisxsun28) July 13, 2023
Apparently, the feeling is mutual as Red Bull was already in the driver’s circle.
Redbull is following Lando Norris.
Lando Norris just followed RedBull.wth pic.twitter.com/6qqyiRPNlK
— Allya 🏁 (@LeclercGarage) July 13, 2023
Milton Keynes really, really want Norris
Norris has been considered championship material since his karting days. Although McLaren has failed to help their driver reach his full potential, Red Bull wants to make him an offer he can’t refuse.
Helmut Marko held Norris in high regard as he didn’t shy away from painting a pretty picture of what it would be like to have Norris in Red Bull overalls. “He has a contract with McLaren until 2025, but among the young drivers, he is by far the strongest. His youthful nature would also suit Red Bull the best.”
Crazy qualifying 🤯 Very happy to be on pole! A great day for us @redbullracing, looking forward to being back for more tomorrow 💪
Congratulations @McLarenF1, great to see you guys up there 👊#BritishGP pic.twitter.com/0hCODZmP4n
— Max Verstappen (@Max33Verstappen) July 8, 2023
Further, his dynamic with golden boy Max Verstappen is amicable. “It’s no secret that Max and he are good friends,” Marko mused.
While the Verstappen curse on the second seat continues with Perez, could Norris be the one to break it? Competing with the Dutch Lion has been proven to be impossible, but Norris could just be the man to do the unthinkable.
