Marko Hanželic
Za Land Norris Portugal’s Grand Prix with 13th place was not exactly a success. In addition, the McLaren driver drew attention to himself with ugly comments about Lance Stroll (Racing Point) and also world champion Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes). Now he has also publicly apologized for it all.
"I was stupid and careless about some of the things I said recently in the media and interviews, and I didn't show the respect I should have shown to some," it says British on Twitter.
Team driver McLaren provides: “I am not such a person and I know that I should apologize to myself, as well as to everyone who reads or listens to the media in which I have stated such things. I'm sorry."
After the collision at the start of the race in Portimão je Norris by radio Stroll insulted with the words “jerk” and “bastard”. Because it was his McLaren injured in the incident, the race was more or less ruined for him even before it actually even started. In the end, it’s for pretty much missed points.
British he quickly realized that his tone was wrong. He later announced on the radio: “I apologize for what I said about Lance. I shouldn't have used the words I said, but I was upset at the time. "
His comments on Fr. Hamilton caused even more violent reactions, especially in the British press. When asked about his record 92 Formula 1 victories Norris said: "I'm happy for him, and that's it."
"It simply came to our notice then. He drives a car that should basically win every race. He only has to beat one or two other drivers, that’s all. All respect to him, he does what it takes, but yes, it's just another victory for him. ” This statement has led to many critical responses from the media and people on social media.
