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Red Bull Formula 1 boss Christian Horner took the unusual step of revealing telemetry of Lando Norris’s McLaren to defend one of Max Verstappen’s Mexican Grand Prix penalties – and warn F1 risks a “mess” with its racing rules
Red Bull Formula 1 boss Christian Horner publicly shared telemetry data from Lando Norris’s McLaren to support Max Verstappen’s defense against a penalty during the Mexican Grand Prix. Horner argued that Norris carried too much speed into a corner and would have run off track even without Verstappen’s actions. He criticized the current F1 racing rules, suggesting that they need clarification to avoid confusion and inconsistent penalties. Horner pointed out discrepancies in how drivers are expected to handle overtaking situations, warning that the regulations risk creating chaos in future races. His stance drew attention to the need for a discussion among stewards and drivers to establish clear and fair guidelines for on-track maneuvers.
