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Carlando Reigns as F1’s Strongest Bromance After Drivers Weigh In

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Samriddhi Jaiswal | Last updated Sep 16, 2025 10:17 AM ET

The F1 grid has spoken, and the verdict is clear: Carlos Sainz and Lando Norris — better known as “Carlando” hold the title of F1’s ultimate bromance.

In F1’s latest lighthearted video, drivers were asked to name the best bromance on the grid. The answers ranged from playful to predictable. Pierre Gasly cheekily picked “Yuki and myself,” Lando Norris leaned toward George Russell and Alex Albon.

Rookie Oliver Bearman had fun with “Ollie and Esteban,” while Albon gave a nod to George by naming himself alongside the Mercedes star.

But as the answers pile up, one duo quickly stood out. Oscar Piastri, George Russell, and Esteban Ocon all agreed that Carlos Sainz and Lando Norris, the pair fans famously dubbed “Carlando” are unmatched when it comes to friendship in the paddock.

Carlos Sainz embraces the Carlando Legacy

The most telling moment came when Sainz himself backed the fan-created nickname. He grinned as he simply said “Carlando.”

For many, it was proof that the bond between him and Norris isn’t just a fan fantasy but something the drivers themselves recognize.

Why Carlando Captivates Fans

Since their time as McLaren teammates, Sainz and Norris have been inseparable on and off the track. From joking in press conferences to celebrating each other’s successes, their friendship has become a fan-favorite subplot of modern F1.

And judging by the latest video, the drivers agree, Carlando isn’t just a meme, it’s the grid’s strongest bromance.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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