A Year of Triumphs and Personal Milestones
Lando Norris's Championship Glory and Personal Aspirations
Lando Norris, the McLaren driver, marked 2025 as an unforgettable year, celebrating his inaugural drivers' championship. His reflections prominently feature moments from his victorious grand prix races, the prestigious FIA prize-giving ceremony, and an early-year prediction card outlining his ambitious goals, including self-advocacy, personal enjoyment, philanthropic endeavors, and securing both the Drivers' and Constructors' Championships. His post succinctly captured his sentiment: "2025. best one yet."
Charles Leclerc's Off-Track Happiness Amidst Racing Challenges
For Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, 2025 presented a mixed bag of experiences. While acknowledging a challenging season on the circuit, Leclerc found solace and joy in his personal life. His highlights included his engagement to long-term partner Alexandra Saint Mleux and his brother's wedding, with their beloved dog, Leo, also making an appearance in his shared memories. Despite a canceled Antarctic holiday due to boat issues, Leclerc conveyed deep gratitude for his supporters and vowed to exert maximum effort for a more successful 2026 season. He articulated, "A very good year off the track. A very difficult year on the track. Thank you so much to all of you that follows and supports me throughout the ups and downs. Count on me to give absolutely everything for 2026 for us to have more wins and success on the track. Enjoy the holidays and see you next year. (Don’t wait for Antarctica pictures - technical problem on the boat means everything was cancelled 3 days ago.)"
George Russell's Social Connections and Personal Favorites
Mercedes driver George Russell's year-end review emphasized his off-track engagements and personal connections. His shared images primarily featured moments with his partner, Carmen Montero Mundt, his Mercedes AMG One vehicle, and candid behind-the-scenes interactions with fellow drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon, underscoring the camaraderie within the F1 community.
Carlos Sainz's Unseen Moments and Diverse Activities
Carlos Sainz of Williams chose to unveil a collection of 12 previously unshared photographs from 2025. These images captured a wide array of activities, including driving an F1 car at the Madring circuit, celebrating podium finishes with Williams, engaging in golf, and donning matching Williams Christmas jumpers with his teammate Alex Albon. He further compiled a reel showcasing his best moments, featuring clips of skiing, cycling, participating in the F1 charity football match ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, rallying with his father, Carlos Sainz Sr., and a fan-favorite moment involving the 'Sparkles' sticker coming to life.
James Vowles' Comprehensive Reflection on Team and Personal Growth
Williams team principal James Vowles also offered a comprehensive reflection on the year. He expressed his enjoyment of reliving memories through photographs, highlighting significant team events such as the O2 F1 event and Alex Albon's impressive P5 finish in Australia. His personal milestones included flying in an F-18, a lifelong dream, and witnessing Carlos Sainz's first podium with Williams. Vowles also cherished the opportunity to drive historic F1 cars like the FW14B and FW08, and participating in a 12-hour GT3 race. On a personal note, he welcomed his second child, a son, in July. He concluded by emphasizing the immense dedication of the Williams workforce, stating, "This year was a true testament to the relentless commitment and hard work of the 1,000+ workforce across the whole of Williams. This is just the beginning of our journey."