Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri Clash at Singapore GP: No Penalty Issued
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Lando Norris escaped penalty after colliding with teammate Oscar Piastri during the Singapore GP sprint. The incident, which occurred on the last lap, resulted in Piastri retiring from the race due to damage, while Norris finished eighth.
Incident Overview
Lando Norris collided with teammate Oscar Piastri during the final lap of the 20-lap sprint at the Singapore GP. The race conditions were mixed, and Norris attempted an inside move at Turn 5. He misjudged the space, hitting Piastri's right-rear corner, which caused both cars to spin. Piastri's car sustained significant rear-end damage, forcing him to retire.
Stewards' Decision
Despite the incident, the FIA stewards decided to take no further action against Norris. According to their report, both drivers contributed to the collision. Norris claimed he saw an opportunity to overtake, while Piastri noted he was unaware of Norris's proximity at the apex. The stewards concluded that neither driver was predominantly at fault.
Reactions from the Drivers
After the race, Norris commented on the situation, stating, "In the last lap, there was a big opportunity into Turn 5, so I went for it." He acknowledged that the gap closed more quickly than expected, leading to the incident. Piastri expressed a need to review the incident, indicating he did not see Norris approaching.
Impact on the Team
Beyond the points lost, McLaren's crew faced a tight deadline to prepare Piastri's damaged car for qualifying, which was postponed until 21:30 local time. Fortunately, Piastri was able to participate after the team replaced his gearbox without incurring a penalty, as they began work on the cars post-sprint at 19:13 local time.