Lando Norris’s Brazilian Grand Prix victory was unforgettable for more than just his commanding race win at Interlagos—his podium celebration spectacularly misfired, instantly going viral across social media platforms. The McLaren star, who clinched his third triumph of the 2025 season, attempted his signature champagne bottle trick, a move he’s perfected since his junior racing days. But this time, the stunt backfired—literally.

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After receiving his trophy, Norris crouched and slammed the base of the champagne bottle against the podium floor, aiming to spray the celebratory fizz skyward. Instead, the bottle shattered on impact, sending glass fragments scattering. Not stopping there, Norris then stepped forward and was unexpectedly caught off guard by the podium fireworks, which erupted directly into his face. Despite the chaotic moment, Norris showed no signs of injury and shared a lighthearted laugh with his closest rivals, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar, who finished second and third respectively.

Social media users were quick to react, flooding forums and comment sections with amusement. One Reddit user quipped, “Broke the bottle, walked into the fireworks. Not a win he'll forget easily.” Others piled on with remarks such as, “Next race they'll hand him a participation certificate printed on laminated paper,” and “Another Lando classic moment on the podium.” Fans also praised the audacity of his “pretty majestic slam,” joking that the pyrotechnics to the face deserved “at least one extra point.” The incident was widely described as “classic Lando shenanigans,” with one observer noting, “Breaks the bottle, takes the pyrotechnics to the face, and is then immediately sprayed by all three of them while dying of embarrassment.”

Norris himself has previously detailed this unconventional champagne technique on the F1 Explains podcast, emphasizing the delicate balance required. “Instead of shaking the bottle and then spraying it, you smash it against the ground,” he explained. “The trick here is to not smash it. And the trick to that is by having a very, very thick, strong bottle.”

Despite the podium chaos, Norris’s performance on the track was flawless. He dominated the Brazilian GP, crossing the finish line 14.602 seconds ahead of Verstappen in tricky, changing conditions. Isack Hadjar rounded out the podium in third place, but all eyes were drawn to Norris’s unforgettable celebration mishap that will surely be replayed for years to come.