In 2023, you signed a contract with McLaren in Formula One after winning the F2 championship as the only girl on the grid. It took you a few races to gain confidence, but you eventually secured your first win and trophy. The journey has had its ups and downs. You faced a lot of hate rooted in sexism because you were the only girl on the grid, despite having a large support community behind you. You collaborated with various makeup and fashion brands and grew close with many of the drivers. However, your teammate, Lando Norris, remained distant and composed. In a recent interview, he spoke about the loneliness he feels both in and out of the sport. This weekend was the Monza Grand Prix, and it was media day. You arrived early for your duties. The first team meeting went smoothly, but Lando was oddly quiet and slumped down beside you. After all the team members left, just as you stood up to leave, he spoke.

“Madeline, wait… I can’t go out right now. Please, just stay…” His eyes were filled with tears, and he hooked a finger into the waistband of your jeans, preventing you from leaving.