Lando Norris and George Russell provided fans with an unexpected show before the Miami Grand Prix, featuring a playful yet daring encounter with LEGO cars.
- The track at Miami turned into a LEGO playground, with intricately crafted cars mimicking F1 models, sparking collisions and laughter.
- Lando Norris found himself ‘injured’—at least according to George Russell—after a slow-speed LEGO crash.
- Despite their playful collision, McLaren excelled with a stunning one-two finish, leaving Russell happily trailing in third.
- Russell managed to keep defending champion Max Verstappen at bay, marking a personal achievement in the event.
Before the engines roared for the Miami Grand Prix, fans were in for an unusual treat—LEGO cars. Built from 400,000 bricks and taking over 22,000 hours to complete, these life-sized replicas mirrored real F1 cars, right down to the logos and Pirelli tires. The LEGO racers, capable of reaching 20 km/h, engaged in a playful show that included some wheel-banging excitement around the 5.4 km Miami International Autodrome.
However, the excitement took a comedic turn when McLaren’s Lando Norris and Mercedes’ George Russell collided in a slow-speed crash. Russell later joked that Norris was ‘upset’ over a leg injury sustained during the mock race. With humor, Russell claimed, ‘I gave him a bit of an injured leg,’ capturing the lighthearted spirit of the event.
Once the main race began, McLaren stole the spotlight with Oscar Piastri taking the win, closely followed by Norris. Russell completed the top three, expressing his satisfaction with a P3 finish despite personal struggles earlier in the weekend. He acknowledged the fortuitous timing of a Virtual Safety Car, which helped him outpace Max Verstappen and secure his position.
Russell, reflecting on the race, admitted keeping Verstappen behind was no easy feat. Yet, his calm demeanor and control ensured a strong finish. His ability to hold off a reigning four-time world champion showcased his competence under pressure. With this result, Russell is now just six points shy of Verstappen in the Drivers’ Championship, adding to the competitive spirit of the season.
In a weekend full of LEGO antics and strategic brilliance, the Miami Grand Prix delivered a mix of lighthearted fun and competitive racing, leaving fans wanting more.
