Lando Norris has pledged to get tough and drive with his "elbows out" against Max Verstappen as the two prepare to resume their title rivalry in the new Formula 1 season.

McLaren Formula 1 driver Lando Norris has revealed a hilarious putdown from a rival team principal at the F175 live event. All 20 drivers and 10 teams are taking to London's O2 Arena later on Tuesday, in a first-of-its-kind event to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the sport's first season.

As Lando Norris spoke about the need to “get his elbows out” against Max Verstappen this year, and not allow the Dutch driver to walk all over him, but at the same time to “play the long game” and “not to take any unnecessary risks”,

For many, the Briton enters the F1 2025 season as the favourite but standing in his way is the reigning four-time World Champion Max Verstappen. Lando Norris says ‘no excuses’

Max Verstappen has lifted the lid on his relationship with Lando Norris after battling with the British star for the Formula 1 world championship last season.

McLaren driver Lando Norris, runner-up in the 2024 Formula One season, embracing the pressure and the favourites tag ahead of the new season.

Max Verstappen’s dominance in Formula 1 is undeniable, but could 2025 be the year he loses his grip on the championship? Dutch driver Tim Coronel believes Lando Norris is the one to watch, with McLaren’s impressive car and Norris’ new aggressive approach.