Lando Norris under fire for sexist Twitch comment after Hungarian Grand Prix win

Lando Norris sparks outrage with sexist Twitch remark shortly after winning the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix in Budapest.


Pop Culture & Art August 04, 2025 2 min read
McLaren's Lando Norris celebrates after qualifying in pole position in the Formula One Australian Grand Prix Qualifying at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit in Melbourne on March 15. PHOTO: REUTERS

Formula 1 star Lando Norris is facing backlash after making a sexist remark during a Twitch stream, sparking disappointment from fans who previously praised him for his feminist stance. The controversy follows his recent victory at the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix, adding to the public scrutiny.

The comment came during a stream hosted by British motorsport driver Max Fewtrell, where Norris, using a private account under the handle "undercoverbobinski", remarked in the chat, “they in the right part of the house tbh,” referring to Fewtrell’s girlfriend and her friend being in the kitchen. A screenshot of the message quickly went viral, prompting widespread criticism. Many users labeled the comment as misogynistic and out of step with Norris’s previously progressive image.

Fans expressed outrage online. One user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, “Lando Norris talking about how women should be in the kitchen… brother, you’re about to deliver a generational stinker so bad you’ll be flipping burgers too.” Another added, “F1 Twitter acting surprised that Lando Norris is a misogynist... his entire persona reeks of performative feminism.”

The controversy emerged just after Norris’s win at the Hungarian Grand Prix on August 3, where he held off teammate Oscar Piastri to secure first place for McLaren. The victory was seen as a highlight of his 2025 season, but the timing of the controversy has overshadowed the celebration.

As of now, Norris has not issued a public response. Fans remain divided, with many questioning the authenticity of his previously held image as one of the more progressive figures in Formula 1.

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