George Russell says he won’t follow Lando Norris by changing his approach to Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen following a feud last season as Verstappen says he has “no intention to continue any kind of beef.

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.

Then there is the matter of penalty points. Verstappen currently has eight to his name - accumulate four more and he’ll serve a one-race ban. Worse still, the FIA stewards have clamped down on avoidable contact and issued several 10-second time penalties in Abu Dhabi, some harsh and some warranted.

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

Lando Norris is relishing the tag of Formula 1 title favourite this year, even if it means being more aggressive while fighting wheel-to-wheel with Max Verstappen.

I am in the best shape I’ve ever been - both physically and mentally. I think we are as well as a team. We have to be.”

Lando Norris has warned Max Verstappen he is ready to get his “elbows out” after admitting he was made to look like an “idiot” during their championship battle last year. Norris, 25, fell short in his quest to take his maiden crown after Red Bull’s Verstappen saw off his challenge to land his fourth title in a row with three rounds remaining.

Lando Norris finished as runners-up in the Formula 1 driver championship in 2024 to Max Verstappen. Norris feels he needs to change his approach when fighting for the title with Max Verstappen. The Red Bull driver Verstappen is now a four-time defending champion.

Max Verstappen has unveiled a major change for the 2025 Formula 1 season in a stunning announcement. The four-time world champion will fight for his fifth consecutive world title in 2025, but will face tough opposition from his F1 rivals as the top four teams are all tipped to be in the championship fight.

Formula 1 season approaches, Lando Norris has vowed to toughen up and drive with his “elbows out” as he sets his sights on challenging Max Verstappen for the title.

The era of Max Verstappen’s dominance in Formula 1 might be nearing its end, and Lando Norris is making bold claims about the future. With McLaren’s rapid progress, Mercedes pushing for a resurgence,