Formula 1 is about more than high speeds and rivalries; it’s also about the glitz, glamour, and the personalities orbiting the circuit. When British driver Lando Norris clinched his very first F1 World Championship title at just 26, all eyes turned to the woman by his side—Margarida Corceiro. Who is this stylish Portuguese sensation lighting up the paddock, and why is everyone talking about her?
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The Rise of Margarida Corceiro in the F1 World
Norris made motorsport history during the season’s thrilling finale at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina circuit. While many celebrated the British driver’s achievement, just as many were searching for the name of the stunning woman beside him. At the center of this media buzz was Margarida Corceiro, an actress and model, who has quickly become one of the sport’s most talked-about personalities.
Originally from Portugal, Margarida—often called Magui by fans—has dazzled not just with her looks but with her impressive credentials. She first came into the limelight at age 10, building a career as an actress and model, working with high-profile brands such as Armani Beauty, Intimissimi, and Kérastase. If you noticed her stunning black strapless dress and heels at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, you’re not alone—her style caught the attention of social media and fashion journalists alike.
Social media has played a significant role in her rise. With over 2.3 million followers on Instagram, Margarida is far more than just another familiar face in the crowd. Her influence extends beyond F1 weekends; her recent posts modeling Intimissimi lingerie sparked a frenzy among fans, with one commenting,
“share some of the beauty please.”
More Than a Plus One: Fame, Influence, and the Public Spotlight
Lando Norris’s championship win exposed his personal life to even greater scrutiny—and put Margarida in the limelight. Their relationship, made public at the Hungarian Grand Prix in 2025, was already the subject of rumors before they appeared hand-in-hand on the grid. Margarida’s celebrity quickly grew in the paddock, with her Instagram posts attracting attention from both F1 fans and lifestyle media.
Corceiro is no stranger to fame, having previously dated Portuguese footballer João Félix from 2019 to early 2024. Now, her partnership with Norris appears solid, and she has joined him at key moments, including the euphoric celebrations in Abu Dhabi and a star-studded after-party at the W Hotel, just steps from the racetrack. Other F1 personalities, including Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux, joined the celebrations, highlighting the couple’s prominence within F1’s inner circle.
In a nod to their close relationship, Norris told British Vogue that Margarida is “very down-to-earth,” and he values being able to be himself around her. Norris didn’t hide his emotions after the win, telling the press he wanted to “enjoy this moment with my team and family.”
Reactions from the Paddock: The New F1 Power Couple
On the night of his historic victory, alongside his parents Adam Norris and Cisca Wauman, all eyes were on Norris and Corceiro—now increasingly seen as a leading F1 style duo. Her influence isn’t limited to race days: fans flock to her Instagram, where each glamorous post or behind-the-scenes photo attracts countless likes and comments. With every public appearance, the couple further cements their status as the new faces of F1 glamour, reflecting a trend where drivers’ partners receive almost as much attention as the champions themselves.
This attention is not without impact. Margarida’s influence on the perception of F1 partners, and her prominent role in Norris’s fairytale victory, are setting new standards for what it means to be a public figure in the elite world of motorsport.
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