Lando Norris launches LN4 Fusion junior team for F2 and F3
Lando Norris, the 2023 Formula One World Champion, has taken a historic step into junior‑single‑seater racing by co‑founding LN4 Fusion. The new team will field entries in both the FIA Formula 3 and Formula 2 championships, marking the first time an F1 champion has directly backed a team in the modern feeder‑series era. Norris’s investment comes alongside a consortium of financiers, giving the outfit a solid financial base while allowing the champion to shape its sporting direction.
In addition to the racing program, Norris has launched the LN4 Legacy initiative, a comprehensive driver‑development scheme aimed at identifying promising talent from karting through to the higher tiers. The program offers financial assistance, coaching, performance analysis and career guidance, providing a structured pathway for young drivers aspiring to reach Formula One. By combining a competitive team with a nurturing development framework, Norris seeks to create a sustainable pipeline of talent for the sport.
The move positions Norris as a pioneer in driver development, blending on‑track competition with off‑track support. With LN4 Fusion and the Legacy program, he is not only expanding his own legacy but also contributing to the broader ecosystem of motorsport by giving emerging drivers a clearer route to the pinnacle of single‑seater racing.