To compete at an international level in motorsport you need money. The family of Lando Norris has it (and lots of it). To compete at an international level in motorsport you need talent. Lando Norris has it (a lot). his english McLaren promises to be one of the faces of motorsport for decades to come.
The SportingNews reviews not only the young British driver’s sporting history, but also his heritage, contracts and passions outside the world of motorsport. At 22, Norris is the second younger driver The grill.
Lando Norris: a passion with hundreds of millions of dollars from his dad
Adam and Sisca Norris are one of the richest couples in England. With more than 250 million dollars, they are among the 500 wealthiest people in the country. And his children enjoyed this money. In the case of Lando Norris, that legacy propelled him to fulfill an entire family’s dream: to reach Formula 1.
Like everyone, he started with karting (he had previously tried motorcycles) and quickly achieved results: he was champion of World Cup. In 2015 he switched to Formula vehicles and his growth was exponential: in 2017 he won the Formula 3 European Championship and made his debut in F2. The following year he finished second in his inaugural class maximum (George Russell won) and McLaren signed him for 2019. Today he is the face of the historic team.
Norris signed a contract with the brand until 2025 and is estimated to have a salary close to $10 million, which could double based on results. Although he is not short of money, he is amassing his own fortune…
Lando wasn’t the only Norris to enjoy his dad’s money, a former pension manager: OliverThe driver’s brother also tried his luck in motorsport but without such talent. Today, to some extent, it is still associated with engines, since it has a first-class simulator installation company.
Lack of education but not entrepreneurial hunger
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From a young age, Lando knew he wanted to be a professional pilot. To get to the elite you have to sacrifice a lot and Norris did: he didn’t finish high school. While it’s not something he’s proud of, he doesn’t regret the decision. Likewise, he was trained and mentored by skilled people to start his company Quadrant.
Norris is a social media enthusiast and has his own esports team. This currently does not compete in the major leagues but participates in various video game events such as Halo. It also sells gaming items such as joysticks, headsets and other accessories.
Who is Lando Norris’ idol?
At a competitive level, like English, it would make sense Lewis Hamilton It was the mirror in which he looked. However, for Lando the seven-time champion is not his idol. “Everyone has to admire his pace, especially in qualifying. He’s a driver I support, being British, and I want him to win, but he’s not an idol for me. I’m thinking of Valentino Rossi” sure.
Is Lando Norris a millionaire?
As mentioned above, Lando Norris grew up in a wealthy family. Since his arrival in The maximummanaged to make a bigger financial difference through its association with McLaren.
It is estimated that in the 2022 season he will earn $9 million. To this we must add what he has won since making his F1 debut: his assets would exceed 250 million considering his salary plus contracts with sponsors such as LN Racing Kart, Pioneered Athlete Performance and ADD Management among others.
