F1 ICONS: McLaren's Lando Norris on MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi
Lando Norris has established himself as one of Formula 1’s most impressive front-runners – but it was a legend on two wheels who first ignited his passion for racing. Here, McLaren ace Norris explains why nine-time motorcycle world champion Valentino Rossi is his icon…
Initially what got me into Valentino was just his colours. I was probably only five-years-old at the time, and when you’re at that age it’s hard to like anything for a reason other than it looked cool!
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