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McLaren thought Max Verstappen was the one being investigated rather than Lando Norris in the incident involving the two in the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix. Norris crossed the line in third in Austin, but he was denied another podium finish as a five-second time penalty dropped him behind championship leader Verstappen. The Briton […]
Lando Norris finished third in Austin, but a time penalty dropped him behind championship leader Verstappen, denying him another podium. Norris made a daring pass on Verstappen in the closing stages, but was penalized for going beyond track limits. McLaren boss Andrea Stella defended Norris’s move, arguing that both drivers exceeded track limits and gained advantages. Stella criticized the stewards for not consulting with the drivers before making their decision. Despite the disappointment, McLaren has decided not to appeal the penalty, but hopes for better calls on racing incidents in the future. The team believes that the FIA should prioritize thorough evaluations over quick decisions in such situations.
