Reigning Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris has admitted that he frequently reflects on his actions and words following media interviews, acknowledging that he is sometimes not performing at his best in front of the press.
The McLaren star is famously known for wearing his heart on his sleeve and maintaining brutal honesty in the heat of the moment, traits that have successfully built his massive popularity among F1 fans globally.
However, the 26-year-old British driver frequently lands himself in hot water due to raw and unfiltered comments made during high-pressure race weekends.
He recently made major headlines for stinging remarks aimed at Franco Colapinto after the Alpine driver caused a race-ending crash at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Following significant backlash for declaring that his rival should not be in Formula 1 and calling for a ban, the Briton ultimately issued an apology.
Tensions also flared during a viral media exchange following a dramatic sprint race clash with his team-mate at the Singapore Grand Prix.
Speaking candidly in an exclusive interview with Martin Brundle on Sky Sports F1, the world champion conceded that he deeply regrets several things said and done in front of the media.
"I’m not the best in front of the media sometimes. I hate the fact when I say the wrong things, or I might disrespect someone when I say something, I hate that," he stated.
He further revealed the heavy mental toll it takes on him after leaving the circuit: "I go home and I just question it for hours. Why I said what I said, why I did what I did."
When the veteran broadcaster pointed out that fans adore his openness and authentic nature, the McLaren driver emphasized the importance of maintaining strict boundaries of mutual respect.
"Yeah but there’s a line. I completely understand that bit but there’s nothing more that I love than respect, receiving respect and I know it has to go the other way," he concluded.
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