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McLaren disqualification disaster as Max Verstappen ‘firmly’ in title fight – International media reacts
Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand Prix after Lando Norris made a mistake in the opening corner. Following the race, both Norris and Oscar Piastri were disqualified for excessive plank wear, moving Verstappen closer to Norris in the F1 drivers’ title race. The disqualification had a major impact on the championship standings, setting up a crucial battle in Qatar. Media outlets around the world reacted to the dramatic developments in the 22nd round of the F1 season at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
In the United Kingdom, The Times highlighted the blow to Norris’ title hopes after McLaren’s double disqualification, changing the dynamics of the championship battle. Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf focused on McLaren’s disqualification in the Netherlands, with McLaren team boss Andrea Stella issuing an apology for the error. Spanish publication El País emphasized how McLaren’s disqualification has revived Verstappen’s chances in the World Championship, making the title fight more intense. Italian outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport discussed the technical reasons behind McLaren’s plank wear issue, shedding light on the team’s miscalculation.
