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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Scott Hunt

Lando Norris admits he faces ‘repercussions’ following Piastri crash

  • McLaren has held Lando Norris responsible for his first-lap collision with team-mate Oscar Piastri at turn two during the Singapore Grand Prix.
  • Despite the FIA finding no fault with Norris's move at the time, the team decided two weeks later that the British driver was to blame.
  • Norris will face unspecified “consequences” and “repercussions” from McLaren, which are understood to be sporting in nature, to address the incident.
  • Both Norris and Piastri acknowledged the team's decision, with Norris accepting accountability and Piastri stating that such actions are necessary when team expectations are not met.
  • This intervention is part of McLaren's ongoing efforts to manage the competitive dynamic between their drivers as they contend for the title, with Piastri currently leading Norris by 22 points.

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