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Lando Norris has revealed it was his decision to start Sunday’s Canadian Grand Prix on intermediate tyres, a decision that instantly proved to be incorrect.
McLaren F1 driver Lando Norris took responsibility for the failed tyre gamble during the Canadian Grand Prix, where he retired due to a gearbox issue on lap 40.
His teammate Oscar Piastri also had a tough race and finished without any points after a collision with Alex Albon.
Both drivers started on intermediate tyres, a decision that proved to be wrong as the track quickly dried up, leading to an unplanned pit stop for slick tyres.
Norris admitted that it was his decision to start on intermediates and accepted the blame for the botched strategy.
Despite the disappointment, Norris found humor in the situation and noted that sometimes such decisions can win or lose a race.
