BREAKING: FIA issue Lando Norris disqualification verdict at

Lando Norris Cleared by FIA After Austrian Grand Prix Victory

The FIA has officially cleared McLaren Formula 1 driver Lando Norris following concerns of a potential disqualification at the Austrian Grand Prix. After routine post-race checks were conducted on several cars, including Norris’, the FIA confirmed that all components of the McLaren car—specifically the plank and skid block—were fully compliant with the sport’s technical regulations. This verdict ensures that Norris’ impressive win at the Red Bull Ring will stand.

The issue arose after former F1 driver and current Sky Sports analyst Anthony Davidson raised suspicions about the visible wear on the underside of Norris’ car. Davidson pointed out the continuous plume of dust emerging from beneath Norris during the race, hinting at excessive plank wear, which could lead to a technical breach and subsequent disqualification.

Despite these concerns, the FIA’s inspection found no rule violations. The governing body thoroughly examined the wear on the car’s skid block, a part that ensures the car maintains legal ride height throughout the race. This inspection is standard procedure after each Grand Prix, especially for podium finishers, and Norris’ car passed without issue.

This result is a significant relief for McLaren and Norris, particularly after a difficult outing in Canada. During the Montreal Grand Prix, Norris collided with teammate Oscar Piastri in a battle for fourth place. The incident saw both drivers lose vital points, with Norris finishing outside the top ten.

However, Norris made a strong comeback in Austria. His victory at the Red Bull Ring not only demonstrated his resilience but also reduced the points gap between him and Piastri in the driver standings. With only 15 points now separating the two McLaren stars, the intra-team rivalry is heating up as the season progresses.

The Austrian Grand Prix was a spectacle for fans, especially with McLaren achieving a dominant one-two finish. Throughout the race, Piastri and Norris engaged in a thrilling battle for the lead. The Australian mounted a determined late-race charge to challenge Norris, narrowing the gap in the final laps. Unfortunately for Piastri, he was held up by backmarkers—lapped drivers who failed to move aside quickly—which cost him valuable time and halted his momentum.

Ultimately, Norris held on to secure victory, capping off a stellar performance for both himself and the team. McLaren’s strong showing at the Austrian GP underscores their recent surge in form and adds excitement to both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championship battles.

With FIA’s clearance and renewed confidence, Norris and McLaren will be looking to maintain their momentum as the season continues.