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McLaren F1 Driver Triggers Shock Red Flag After High-Speed Crash at Canadian Grand Prix
The Canadian Grand Prix was thrown into chaos on Sunday after a dramatic crash involving a McLaren Formula 1 driver led to a red flag stoppage, disrupting the flow of the race and sending shockwaves through the paddock.
The incident occurred just past the halfway point of the race at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, when the McLaren driver, attempting to overtake on a damp section of the track, made contact with a rival car in a high-speed zone. The impact sent carbon fibre debris flying across the circuit and left both cars stranded in dangerous positions near the barriers.
Race officials had no choice but to deploy the red flag, suspending the race to allow marshals to attend to the scene, recover the damaged vehicles, and carry out urgent repairs on the track infrastructure. The session was halted for over 20 minutes, with the safety of the drivers and track personnel prioritized.
Fortunately, both drivers were unharmed and walked away from the incident without assistance. Medical staff conducted precautionary checks as part of standard post-crash protocol, but no serious injuries were reported.
Preliminary footage and data suggest that the McLaren driver may have misjudged the grip levels under braking, possibly underestimating the wet conditions following a brief rain shower earlier in the race. The FIA has since launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The red flag period disrupted race strategies across the grid, forcing teams to adapt their tyre and fuel plans mid-race. Some drivers capitalized on the stoppage to switch compounds, while others found themselves out of position due to the sudden halt in racing action.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella was seen urgently conferring with FIA race stewards in the aftermath, though the team has yet to issue an official statement regarding the cause of the crash or any expected penalties.
The incident marks a significant blow for McLaren’s campaign, particularly after showing strong pace earlier in the weekend. Fans and analysts alike will now be watching closely to see how the team responds in the upcoming rounds of the championship.
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