P1racenews AI automatic summary:
McLaren are at serious risk of having both of their cars disqualified from the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
McLaren’s cars are in danger of being disqualified from the Las Vegas Grand Prix due to rear skids measuring below the legal minimum in post-race inspection.
Rumours of the issue for the top two drivers emerged when Andrea Stella’s media duties were delayed, and FIA director Nikolas Tombazis was spotted in McLaren’s garage.
If Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are disqualified, Max Verstappen could narrow the gap to Norris in the championship standings, tying with Piastri.
Kimi Antonelli may secure a podium finish from 17th place due to the potential disqualifications.
The FIA confirmed the skids’ measurements were below the minimum thickness required by the regulations.
The situation has led to outcry, with Lewis Hamilton finishing last in the race.
