P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris was the recipient of a penalty amid his battle with Max Verstappen last weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix.
Lando Norris criticized a rule in Formula 1 after receiving a five-second time penalty in Austria for running off track while battling Max Verstappen. He questioned the penalty, as he immediately gave back the position to Verstappen after the incident. Norris expressed frustration over the penalty affecting his race, leading to his retirement following contact with Verstappen. He emphasized the need to distinguish between gaining an advantage and making a mistake. Norris warned that such punishments could discourage drivers from overtaking, urging a quick fix to what he deemed a “pretty stupid” rule in F1.
