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Why Norris was booed at Italian GP
Former FIA steward Johnny Herbert has revealed the reason behind the booing of Lando Norris on the F1 podium at the Italian Grand Prix, which stemmed from McLaren’s team orders and tactics during the race.
Despite finishing second in Monza, Norris faced challenges from teammate Oscar Piastri in the championship battle, with Norris cutting Piastri’s lead to 31 points after the Italian Grand Prix.
McLaren’s decision to pit Piastri first, ahead of Norris, led to an undercut that put Piastri ahead of Norris, creating tension within the team and raising questions about their strategic maneuvers.
As a result, Norris faced backlash from some spectators at the race, with Herbert suggesting McLaren’s internal dynamics contributed to the negative reaction towards Norris.
Meanwhile, Max Verstappen’s impressive performance in 2025, including three wins despite Red Bull’s struggles, has kept him in contention for the championship, trailing Piastri by 94 points with eight races remaining.
