In the glamorous world of Formula 1, where speed often meets style, a new friendship is blossoming amidst the bitter rivalries on the racetrack. Magui Corceiro, reportedly the girlfriend of Lando Norris, has recently become close friends with Kelly Piquet, the girlfriend of reigning champion Max Verstappen. And their growing friendship has become the talk of the town after Piquet shared photos from their time in Portugal!

Under Kelly Piquet’s post, Magui Corceiro left a simple red heart emoji, and this seemingly small gesture has caused excitement and speculation among F1 fans. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see if this budding friendship could lead to more interactions between the two women and their partners, especially when they are off the track and not racing against each other.

Magui is an up-and-coming Portuguese actress who has quickly made a name for herself on the F1 scene alongside Lando Norris. She was first photographed with Piquet at a Tag Heuer event in Monaco on the weekend of the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix. This interaction between the two cemented the rumors of her relationship with McLaren’s top driver.

However, this wasn’t the first time Corceiro was spotted in the Monaco paddock. Back in April 2024, she accompanied Norris to the Monte Carlo Masters tennis tournament, sparking rumors of their relationship. And while the two have yet to confirm the speculation, fans are just happy to see her interacting with Piquet outside of the glamour and prestigious events!

It’s refreshing to see their partners support each other outside of racing. This friendship between the WAGs (wives and girlfriends) of F1 drivers adds a new dimension of intrigue to the sport and shows that personal relationships can thrive even in the midst of professional rivalries. Can we say the same about Norris and Verstappen?

Norris and Verstappen: friends or enemies?

While their partners’ friendship is heartwarming, it stands in stark contrast to the bitter rivalry between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, particularly after their dramatic collision at the Austrian Grand Prix that knocked both drivers out of the race. The incident at the Red Bull Ring captivated fans and demonstrated the competitive nature of the sport and the potential strain on the friendship between the two drivers.

Norris criticised the Dutchman’s aggressive driving and claimed he had hindered him by under-braking. Verstappen, on the other hand, played down the collision and said he would rather put it behind him. However, both drivers stressed the importance of distinguishing between their professional rivalry and their personal relationships. Lando Norris believes it is important to keep the two separate and hinted that their friendship off the track remains intact despite the competitive nature of their sport.

However, fans can expect the rivalry between Norris and Verstappen to escalate even further as the season progresses. Norris has openly admitted that he expects more clashes with Verstappen in future races. Since it is a competitive sport, Lando is simply being realistic about their encounters.

Ultimately, the developing friendships and rivalries in Formula 1 paint a complex picture of life in the fast lane. While Magui Corceiro and Kelly Piquet continue to forge a bond that goes beyond the competitive nature of their partners, Lando Norris and Max Verstappen continue to navigate their rivalry with a mutual respect that underlines the spirit of the sport.

As the season progresses, fans can look forward to experiencing both exciting competition on the track and supportive friendships that develop off the track!