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F1 star hit with early FIA penalty for Qatar Grand Prix
An F1 star received an early FIA penalty for causing a collision in Las Vegas ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix this weekend.
Lando Norris opted for a bold approach from pole position to cover off Max Verstappen, but his attempt led to running wide and handing Verstappen the lead.
The collision in Las Vegas impacted the race result for multiple drivers, with Norris and his teammate Oscar Piastri being disqualified.
Gabriel Bortoleto was found at fault for a collision with Lance Stroll during the chaotic start in Vegas, resulting in significant damage and Stroll being ruled out of the race.
Bortoleto received two penalty points and a grid drop for the next race, with the FIA stewards deeming him responsible for the Turn 1 incident.
As a result, Bortoleto will serve his penalty at the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix this weekend.
