WATCH: Lando Norris almost getting run over by a car after winning Dutch Grand Prix 2024

Lando Norris claimed his second Formula 1 victory at the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort, but his day nearly took a disastrous turn after the race. As Norris left the track to celebrate his triumph, he had a close call when a car almost ran him over. The incident, which occurred shortly after his victorious drive, quickly became a topic of conversation among fans.

One fan humorously speculated about the identity of the driver, saying, "Lando almost getting ran over by a car, someone please check what vehicle Max Verstappen left the track with." Another added, "Help, I need to know who was in that car trying to run him over." The light-hearted comments reflected the relief and amusement of the fans, but the situation could have been far more serious.

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Despite this post-race scare, Norris's performance on the track was nothing short of stellar. Starting from pole position, the McLaren driver initially struggled, losing the lead at the start of the race, continuing a pattern of poor starts that has plagued him this season. However, Norris quickly regained his composure and, by lap 18, managed to overtake Max Verstappen's Red Bull, reclaiming the lead.

Lando Norris’ iconic run and win

From that point onwards, Norris dominated the race, crossing the finish line 22 seconds ahead of Verstappen. His victory not only marked his second Formula 1 win but also reduced Verstappen's lead in the Drivers' Championship to 70 points, with nine rounds still to go in the 2024 season. To further cement his success, Norris set the fastest lap of the race, earning an additional point.

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc also put in an impressive performance, securing the final podium spot after starting from sixth on the grid. Meanwhile, his teammate, Carlos Sainz, managed to climb from 10th to fifth, beating Red Bull's Sergio Perez in the process.

The result was a significant boost for McLaren, who have now closed the gap to Red Bull in the Constructors' Championship to just 30 points. With momentum on their side, McLaren heads into the next race at the Italian Grand Prix with renewed confidence.