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Verstappen one of EIGHT other F1 stars to face FIA disqualification checks
At last weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix, Max Verstappen’s Red Bull was among eight F1 cars facing disqualification checks by the FIA after McLaren’s double disqualification. Following the scrutiny of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri’s MCL39s, it was revealed their skids measured below the minimum threshold, leading to disqualifications for both drivers. Verstappen’s victory now puts him on equal points with Piastri as they trail championship leader Norris by 24 points before the Qatar round. The FIA also checked the plank and skid wear of the top 10 drivers to ensure compliance after McLaren’s setbacks. McLaren team principal issued an apology to drivers Norris and Piastri, with Norris labeling the outcome as frustrating and Piastri looking ahead to the final two rounds of the season to maximize points.
