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Jos Verstappen fires ‘huge blunder’ McLaren criticism after double disqualification
Jos Verstappen criticized McLaren for their “huge blunder” in Las Vegas that led to both of their drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, being disqualified for excessive plank wear beneath the legal thickness.
McLaren’s disqualification has put them under immense pressure in the championship standings, with Max Verstappen now 24 points behind Norris with two races left.
Jos Verstappen mentioned the clear performance gap between McLaren’s drivers on the track, highlighting concerns about the team’s overall performance and strategy.
He also questioned McLaren’s decision to push the limits with their plank wear, suggesting that it was a significant mistake for the team.
Jos Verstappen speculated whether McLaren’s risky strategy was a deliberate choice or a necessity due to the car’s performance limitations.
