US EditionNorris Faces 'Repercussions' for Clash with McLaren Teammate Piastri
Lando Norris admitted fault for the Singapore Grand Prix crash with teammate Oscar Piastri as McLaren denies favoritism amid a tight championship race.
- Earlier this month, McLaren reviewed the opening‑lap collision at the Singapore Grand Prix and placed responsibility on Lando Norris, McLaren driver.
- This year, suspicions have built that McLaren favours Lando Norris, though Oscar Piastri, McLaren driver and current championship leader, says he does not expect special treatment.
- Norris told reporters in Austin that he accepted responsibility and the team held him accountable, while team radio recorded Piastri saying `that wasn't very teamlike` and asking `are we cool with Lando just barging me out of the way`.
- After reviewing the incident, McLaren pointed to a clear racing approach and warned of consequences, citing the team framework to maintain driver trust and accountability.
- With six races left, Norris's third place in Singapore narrowed Piastri's lead ahead of the United States Grand Prix in Texas, raising stakes in the title fight.
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Two McLaren drivers collided in Singapore, which resulted in Piastri coming off badly. Now both those involved and Verstappen have spoken out about the incident.
It remained a popular topic of conversation in Formula 1: the so-called "papaya rules" at McLaren. Lando Norris now says he was internally confronted about his actions with teammate Oscar Piastri in the opening stages of the Singapore Grand Prix.
Lando Norris announces punishment ahead of crucial United States Grand Prix
Lando Norris will carry what McLaren have called “sporting consequences” for the remainder of the Formula One season after his costly collision with team-mate Oscar Piastri in Singapore two weeks ago.The fallout from that clash continues to ripple through the paddock as the pair prepare to resume their title battle at the United States Grand Prix in Austin this weekend.Tension between the two McLaren drivers has been mounting ever since the open…
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