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Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff has warned that McLaren has “set a precedent that is very difficult to undo” after ordering Oscar Piastri to let team-mate Lando Norris by in the Italian GP
Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff expressed concerns about McLaren’s decision to have Oscar Piastri let Lando Norris pass him in the Italian Grand Prix, stating it sets a challenging precedent.
McLaren instructed Piastri to move aside for Norris near the end of the Monza race after Norris fell behind due to a slow pit stop.
Despite an agreement that slow pit stops wouldn’t trigger such team orders, McLaren intervened to restore the initial order, leading to debate within the paddock.
The incident highlighted McLaren’s management of its drivers’ championship battle and raised questions about the team’s handling of competition between Norris and Piastri.
As the season progresses, the impact of McLaren’s actions on the championship standings will become clear, showcasing the consequences of such decisions during heated battles in Formula 1.
