Lando Norris’ team radio outburst has emerged after Max Verstappen’s win at the Qatar Grand Prix. The McLaren driver was given a 10-second stop-go penalty for failing to slow down under yellow flags, allowing Verstappen to close the gap and ultimately take the win.
Norris expressed his frustration, saying “Honestly, I don’t know what I’ve done wrong at the minute” and “I didn’t see any yellow flags”. His team principal, Andrea Stella, also questioned the severity of the penalty, stating “We have lost any sense of proportion, and any sense of specificity”.
The penalty dropped Norris to last place, but he managed to recover to 10th, earning a point for fastest lap. Verstappen, who had been pushing hard for the win, was heard on team radio asking his engineer to report Norris for not slowing down under the yellow flags.
The incident has sparked debate, with Verstappen claiming he would have been investigated immediately if he hadn’t lifted for the yellow flags. Norris’ penalty has also impacted the championship standings, with McLaren now facing a tighter battle for the Constructors’ Championship.
The drama has set the stage for a thrilling season finale in Abu Dhabi, with Norris leading Verstappen by 12 points. The outcome of the championship is far from certain, and the tension is palpable as the teams prepare for the final showdown.
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