Worlds collide - A Lando Norris fanfic

intro: A Collision of Worlds
In the fast-paced universe of elite sports, paths rarely cross naturally. Formula 1 drivers, with their lightning-fast reflexes and global jet-setting schedules, inhabit a world far removed from the frigid rinks of professional hockey. Yet, fate loves to surprise.

Sophia "Sophie" Harper was a household name in women's hockey-a three-time MVP for Team USA, Olympic gold medalist, and star forward for one of the most successful teams in the league. Her aggressive yet elegant playing style made her a force on the ice and a role model off it. She was fiercely dedicated to her sport, and her fanbase adored her for it.

Lando Norris, meanwhile, was one of the brightest stars in Formula 1. The charismatic McLaren driver was known for his raw talent behind the wheel, his quick wit, and his easy charm. With podiums stacking up and fans across the globe, Lando was considered one of the most relatable faces on the F1 grid.

Their worlds were polar opposites, yet they intersected at a global athlete summit, an event designed to celebrate sports and its impact on the world. It was a brief meeting, captured in a fleeting photograph that sent the internet into a frenzy. Fans across both communities immediately began shipping them: "#LanPhie" started trending on social media, and within days, the rumors of a blossoming romance between the hockey phenom and the racing star were everywhere.

Neither paid much attention to the gossip at first. Sophie brushed it off as "fans being creative," and Lando found it amusing, even mentioning it on a live stream. But a chance encounter weeks later would change everything.