Unearthed Lando Norris Interview Sends Twitter in a Frenzy Over ‘French F*ck’ Comments Made Against F1 Driver

Formula 1 drivers usually face interviews several times during a Grand Prix weekend. These are, of course, an important part of a race because it provides an insight from the driver. While the interviews are strictly professional, Lando Norris faced an awkward moment with a reporter after the 2020 Belgian GP.

He finished P7 and gathered 6 vital points for the team. During the race, he had a fierce battle in midfield with Renault’s Esteban Ocon, who was one of Norris’ major competitors. We have seen tempers flare between the drivers during a race, but Norris faced an unprofessional question of his battle with Ocon after the race.

Referring to Ocon, the interviewer said, “That French f**k, was driving dangerous you said” which put Norris in an awkward position and replied, “Woah.” The interviewer added, “Did you speak already to him?” to which Lando replied he had not. He also revealed, “He’s ahead of me, so fair play, can’t say much, can I?”

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Ocon ultimately ended P5 while his teammate Ricciardo finished P4. The interview from Dutch channel Ziggo, however, did not go down well with the fans. They have called out the unprofessionalism of the interviewer and expressed their views on Twitter.

Twitter reacts to the unethical question to Lando Norris

After the race, the interviewer apologized to both Norris and Ocon on Twitter. “There was commotion about my question to @LandoNorris about @Ocon Esteban. Both are top athletes and I have never the intention to harm or abuse anybody!! @ZiggoSportsF1 Apologies!!” it read.

Ocon replied, “Apologies accepted mate!” While the dust was settled between the drivers, fans were having none of it. The interview recently popped up on social media, and they blamed the Ziggo reporter for his behavior.

Some fans also criticized Lando’s reaction, but the others backed him. They felt the interviewer put him in a difficult situation.

Meanwhile, Formula 1 moves to France this week. McLaren is set to bring huge upgrades so we could expect another battle between Ocon and Norris. The Woking team has had a below-par season so far but will hope to improve with just 11 races to go.

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Norris, however, has been their go-to driver. He is currently the best of the rest in the driver’s standings and will hope to carry on this impressive form.