FIA Issues Double Penalty for McLaren After Norris dis… read more
The FIA has issued a post-race penalty decision following the dramatic collision between McLaren teammates Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri during the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix. The incident occurred as both drivers fiercely battled for fourth position on the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal.
In an aggressive maneuver during the closing stages of the race, Norris attempted to overtake Piastri but ended up misjudging the move. As a result, he clipped the wall, bringing out a safety car and forcing his retirement from the race. Piastri’s car sustained damage in the process, but the Australian driver managed to continue and eventually crossed the finish line in fourth place.
After reviewing the incident, race stewards determined that Norris was entirely at fault for the clash. Consequently, they issued a five-second time penalty to the British driver. However, since Norris did not finish the race, the penalty holds no practical effect on the final results. Piastri retained his fourth-place finish, while Norris was classified as DNF (Did Not Finish), marking a setback in his championship campaign.
This development adds to a challenging weekend for the McLaren team, who came into the Canadian Grand Prix with high hopes but struggled to match the pace of their rivals. Mercedes emerged as the dominant force in Montreal, with George Russell taking pole position and converting it into a well-deserved victory. Russell managed to fend off early pressure from Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and controlled the race from the front, securing his first win of the season.
Adding further to Mercedes’ celebrations was the remarkable performance of Kimi Antonelli. The young Italian, aged just 18, achieved his maiden Formula 1 podium finish by taking third place, showcasing his potential as a future star in the sport. With both drivers finishing on the podium, Mercedes made a strong statement about their competitiveness in this year’s championship.
For McLaren, the race result and subsequent penalty are disappointing. Norris’s retirement and the time penalty mean he falls further behind his teammate in the driver standings. After the Canadian GP, Norris now trails Piastri by 22 points, putting additional pressure on him to recover in the upcoming races. The incident not only affects the individual standings but also hampers McLaren’s efforts in the Constructors’ Championship.
Despite the outcome, Piastri’s ability to stay in the race and secure valuable points was a small silver lining for the team. However, the internal clash raises questions about McLaren’s team strategy and communication under pressure. It remains to be seen how the team will handle the aftermath and whether stricter team orders will be considered in future races to prevent further intra-team collisions.
As the Formula 1 season progresses, McLaren will be hoping to regroup and bounce back, while Mercedes looks to build on their momentum from a dominant showing in Montreal.
