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Norris and Verstappen joke about plans during Formula 1 summer break

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 9:01 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Norris and Verstappen joke about plans during Formula 1 summer break

Summary

Max Verstappen and Lando Norris laughed during an interview regarding their summer break plans amidst the ongoing Formula 1 summer break. After a successful Hungarian Grand Prix, where Norris placed first and Verstappen second, the drivers shared lighthearted banter about recharging. Norris, currently 91 points behind in the drivers' standings, expressed confidence in maintaining momentum in the second half of the season. Both drivers emphasized the need for consistency as they head into the latter stages of the 2026 season, with Norris hinting at his desire for further victories.

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By the Numbers

•Formula 1 summer break is currently underway
•Norris won the Hungarian Grand Prix
•Verstappen finished second in the race
•Norris is 91 points behind Antonelli
•Norris seeks to improve in the second half of the season

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9:01 AMYahoo Sports — Norris and Verstappen laugh after summer break question: 'Plug in the battery!'

What they're saying

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Max Verstappen and Lando Norris joked about the 2026 Formula 1 regulations when the Briton was asked about his plans for the summer break. The Formula 1 summer break is now in full swing.
— Yahoo Sports

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