Lando Norris and his former girlfriend, Portuguese actress and model Margarida Corceiro, have quietly confirmed their separation, sparking interest across the Formula 1 community. The couple, who publicly announced their relationship last year, appear to have drifted apart following Norris’ dramatic drivers’ championship win at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in December.
The split was subtly confirmed during a candid exchange at pre-season testing in Bahrain. When asked by Carlos Sainz if he and Margarida were still together, Norris simply answered “no” and later referred to himself as a “single man.” Despite the breakup, the two still maintain a cordial social media presence, with Margarida commenting on an Instagram post of Norris wearing winter clothes with a playful comment about his pajamas.
Insiders reveal the separation wasn’t sudden but rather a gradual drifting apart after Norris’ triumphant season. Sources close to the couple noted Margarida’s noticeable absence from a post-championship celebration party, fuelling speculation that their relationship had ended.
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As Norris prepares to defend his title at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, his focus remains on racing. Speaking candidly at pre-season testing, he acknowledged that McLaren faces challenges keeping pace with top rivals Mercedes, Ferrari, and Red Bull amid significant regulatory changes in F1.
“At the minute, we’re a little bit off,” Norris said. “To match the race pace of some of the others, we have to push a bit more and then we have more degradation. I would love to win again, but it’s a new season with fresh challenges.”
With personal changes and professional hurdles, Norris is navigating a pivotal moment in his career both on and off the track.