BREAKING NEWS: McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri Disqualified From Las Vegas GP
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In a stunning turn of events at the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix, both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have been disqualified following post-race technical inspections. The disqualifications dramatically change the landscape of the Formula 1 World Championship.
What Happened
Both McLaren cars failed to comply with the technical regulations after the race. The FIA found excessive wear on the skid plank beneath both vehicles, detecting thickness below the minimum 9 mm threshold. As a result, the team’s cars were disqualified from the classification of the race.
Championship Implications
Prior to the verdict, Norris had extended his lead in the title race by finishing second, with Piastri in fourth. However, after the disqualification:
- Norris’s lead has shrunk to 24 points.
- Piastri is now level on points with Max Verstappen, who won the Las Vegas GP.
- With two rounds remaining (Qatar and Abu Dhabi), and a total of 58 points still available (including the sprint race), the title battle is wide open.
McLaren’s Response
McLaren Racing cancelled its written media session in Las Vegas and instead released a statement acknowledging the decision and preparing for the remaining races.
Rule-Break Details
The regulation states that the plank assembly under each car must be 10 mm thick when new, with a minimum of 9 mm after wear. Both McLaren cars reportedly fell below that minimum by a margin of just 0.001 mm.
What Comes Next
- The disqualification will promote other drivers into higher finishing positions and thus more points are redistributed.
- The title fight now intensifies as teams and drivers prepare for the final legs of the season.
- Legal/technical appeals may follow from McLaren — the ruling, although officially confirmed, may still be contested.
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