2025 was one of McLaren's best seasons. With both drivers leading the standings at the midpoint of the season, all hopes rested on them. Yet only one would become world champion. But that goal took a back seat when Oscar realized that his feelings for his teammate were becoming more than friendly and that his all world was slowly falling apart. (or when Lando has secretly loved Oscar for a long time, and Oscar gradually realizes that he feels the same way)

When Lando meets Oscar for the first time, he thinks he dislikes Oscar, the rookie bringing back memories from Lando's past, which he had vowed to never think about again. Being near him is hard, and he has trouble hiding his dislike. When the fans and the media notice, McLaren is quick to step in, making both driver's sign a contract to be in a fake relationship for the reminder of the season. As Lando struggles with his past, Oscar is always by his side and despite the Australian causing him to confront his past, he can't help but realize that the hate he believed to feel when he first met Oscar, wasn't hate after all. It was the complete opposite and Lando has to learn to feel again, when the last time he allowed someone into his heart, he was hurt badly. ----- TW: mentions of physical abuse, mentions of sexual assault, panic attacks, mentions of psychological abuse

In the high-speed world of Formula 1, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri's rivalry on the track hides a deeper, more unexpected connection. What starts as fierce competition soon evolves into a passionate and life-changing love story, taking both drivers on a journey that neither could have predicted. Through adrenaline-fueled races and the pressures of the sport, Lando and Oscar find themselves driven by something more powerful than ambition-each other. As their bond grows, they navigate the ups and downs of their careers and relationship, learning that love, trust, and vulnerability are just as important as any podium finish. Driven by You is a heartwarming and thrilling tale of two men who race through life together, overcoming obstacles, conquering fears, and building a future they never thought possible. From their first meeting to a whirlwind romance, their story is filled with passion, humor, and an undeniable connection that proves love can be the greatest race of all.

𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆: 𝟏𝟖 + [𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭] ━━━ This is a short story that runs as a prequel to my other books "Waiting On You" and ''Adrenaline: A lestappen story'' ❝ How could you judge me without truly knowing what I went through? He loved me so much at the start, you'd have thought the same as I did.❞ ° Prominent characters: Lando Norris, Carlos Sainz, Daniel Ricciardo, Charles Leclerc...

Enemies. Teammates. Rivals. Lando Norris hates his rookie teammate, Oscar Piastri. Oscar secretly likes him anyway. It should end there but between late-night arguments, jealous glances, and one stolen kiss, the line between rivalry and love starts to blur. Lando Norris x Oscar Piastri