Motorsports
F1 rookie: “I always believed in it blindly. That’s what happened in the end.”
New Racing Bulls driver Arvid Lindblad talks about the Lando Norris case that went viral five years ago.
In 2021, a video emerged of Lindblad approaching Norris at the Adria Karting Raceway in Italy, shaking his hand and saying:
“Lando, I want you to remember me; see you in five years.”
The then 14-year-old British driver had not yet raced an open-wheeler, but today he is preparing for his first season in Formula 1.
With the support of Red Bull, Lindblad has progressed rapidly in all junior categories and has now reached the pinnacle of motorsport.
The video of Lindblad and Norris became popular again due to its promotion from Formula 2 to F1.
Lindblad described the moment he met Norris as follows:
“Lando actually came to the track himself. He arrived at Adria – that was the name of the track – where the race was held.
He was in Italy and launching himself. [картинговое] chassis, that’s why I came to the track. And yes, I told him I’d see you in five years.
Yeah, it’s a funny little story and now it’s become relevant again.”
The fact that Lindblad is one of the youngest drivers to qualify for Formula 1, at just 18 years old, underlines Red Bull’s confidence in the Briton.
He came first in every category he competed in and broke the record for the youngest F2 race winner.
Lindblad said of the confidence that allowed Norris to make this comment five years ago:
“I don’t know… Maybe it was blind hope or something, but from the moment I started this path at the age of five, I always believed that I could enter Formula 1.
I wanted to enter Formula 1 and I believed I could do it. And yes, I believed that when I was five. I believed it the day I saw Lando when I was 14, and I always believe it to this day.
Frankly, I’m very happy and delighted that this happened and turned into a funny story. But I’m looking forward to starting a new journey.”
Source: Sport UA
Ruth Waterhouse is an author and sports journalist who writes for Sportish. She is known for her coverage of various sports events and her insightful analysis of sports-related news. With a passion for sports and a keen eye for detail, she has become a respected voice in the sports community.
Motorsports
F1 team responded to leaked videos of the new car in two words
Team Alpine raced at the Silverstone circuit in England today as part of a sanctioned shooting day where drivers could cover up to 200km.
The French decided not to hide the appearance and carried out a test drive, possibly in the final design of the 2026 season. Photos and videos of the tests went viral on the internet.
The team left a witty comment on one of the posts: “fake news.”
The official presentation of the team is planned for January 23. It was reported that it will be closed and the first press tests of the new car will be held on a ship near Barcelona.
Source: Sport UA
Ruth Waterhouse is an author and sports journalist who writes for Sportish. She is known for her coverage of various sports events and her insightful analysis of sports-related news. With a passion for sports and a keen eye for detail, she has become a respected voice in the sports community.
Motorsports
VIDEO. Alpin F1 team carried out special tests. A new look has emerged
Formula 1 team Alpin covered the first kilometers of the race with its new vehicle A526 for the 2026 season. The first races were held at the Silverstone circuit as part of the filming day.
The French stable took advantage of the opportunity to travel up to 200 kilometers, corresponding to approximately two-thirds of the race distance. The main purpose of the trip was primarily to collect technical data on the operation of the power plant, since 2026 will be Alpin’s first season as a Mercedes customer.
The races were held in rainy weather. In the published video, Argentinian Franco Colapinto was driving the car.
Interestingly, unlike Cadillac and Audi, the Alpine team immediately hit the track with a new livery that it plans to use in the 2026 season, although the official presentation of the design is only scheduled for January 23.
Judging by images from the track, Alpine has retained its recognizable blue and pink color scheme with only minor evolutionary changes.
🚨ON THE ALPINE ROAD
They are at Silverstone today pic.twitter.com/ofs9YlbeWa
— Holiness (@F1BigData) January 21, 2026
👀 Alpine held a track sale at Silverstone for a trial purpose at the 2026 single plaza until the day before!
To prevent filtering, decoration will end in 2025. La nueva la conoceremos el viernes. #F1 pic.twitter.com/BDaV7VGqUC
— Angel DÃaz (@AngelDRSF1) January 21, 2026
Source: Sport UA
Ruth Waterhouse is an author and sports journalist who writes for Sportish. She is known for her coverage of various sports events and her insightful analysis of sports-related news. With a passion for sports and a keen eye for detail, she has become a respected voice in the sports community.
Motorsports
Edu Exposito: “The more we complain, the more they will continue to do so. Let’s be silent.”
After learning that RCD Espanyol We are scheduled to perform once again at La Ceramica this Monday, February 9th. education expository He seemed to want to remind us that “there are enough parties already,” adding resignedly, “The more we complain, the more they keep saying that. So we’re going to shut up and get on with our jobs.”
In the sports world, Perico, the fourth captain, believes that “the team has done well to get something more” in the last three games, despite suffering a serious injury. Javi Puadmust be signed. “We’re missing that player right now,” he said.
3 games winless
“The team has done well to get something more. We have to be a little more accurate with those little things. The other game defined the game.”
Bottle to Gazzaniga
“We had a lot at stake and there were decisions made by the referee that we did not agree with. A series of actions were carried out and there were also some moments with gestures from other teammates, but it stays there and we continue.”
lack of shine or detail
“These are the details. The team is always in the game and we were close. It wasn’t a bad game. On Barça’s day, if we had taken the lead, we would have gotten three points. We are doing well, but in 2026 we have to win. We need to fix the little things to get closer to winning.”
I need to sign now
“I don’t know the club’s position. The market is still open. But with Javi’s injury, we are without that player right now.”
“I don’t know the club’s position, but the market is still open.”
The importance of set pieces
“Every week we have a lot of work and two or three days to prepare for action. We also have a very good finisher. He is another player who works very hard. We are in the First Division and every little thing makes a difference.”
manage these dynamics
“These winning streaks are part of the competition, and we already experienced that last year after stringing together very good wins. We will continue to work hard and prepare very well for Saturday’s game at the Mestalla, where we can get a win at home.”
many games are played during the week
“This is a very close game for us (Villarreal), there is a large amount of travel and we want to be with the people in the team. We also don’t like playing on Mondays. They have enough. The more we complain, the more they will keep saying that. So we are going to shut up and get on with our job.”
his great form
“The national team is very far away. The first thing I have to do is to continue in this line. It is true that my current level is the best in my career. I just need to score goals.”
What did Manolo ask of you?
“I think we did well in the second half because this is the team we’ve had so far. We have to continue on this path. We know how the game will go, where Valencia is, where Mestalla is.”
I feel it is important to renew
“The key has always been the club and the people in charge. If they make me feel important, I have no doubt that my path is here and I can travel for a long time. It’s up to them.”
Persistence goals
“That is until I get 42 points. I want more, but first I have to achieve the important things. I want to dream and finish as high as possible.”
how to maintain the illusion
“We won the game and played like we have played until the other day. If that penalty had not been called, I think it should have been called first after consulting with VAR, but if we had wanted, we would have discussed another game. I feel that our fans have been very sympathetic to us, except for this last game.”
Source: Mundo Deportivo
Sophia Jhon is a sports journalist and author. He has worked as a news editor for Sportish and is now a sport columnist for the same publication. Alberta’s professional interests lie largely in sports news, with an emphasis on English football. He has also written articles on other sporting topics.
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