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Lando Norris Dodges Questions After Pit Lane Clash With Charles Leclerc

Lando Norris Dodges Questions After Pit Lane Clash With Charles Leclerc

Summary

Lando Norris's McLaren car hit the back of Charles Leclerc's Ferrari during Free Practice 2 at the Singapore Grand Prix, causing damage. Ferrari was found responsible for the incident and fined over $10,000 by the FIA, the organization managing Formula 1. Norris replaced his car's front wing and continued the session.

Key Facts

  • Lando Norris collided with Charles Leclerc in the pit lane during the Singapore Grand Prix practice session.
  • The collision damaged Norris's front wing and caused him to hit a wall.
  • After the incident, Norris's team had to replace the car's front wing.
  • The crash occurred because Ferrari mistakenly released Leclerc’s car into Norris's path.
  • The FIA fined Ferrari over $10,000 for the misjudgment.
  • The investigation found that a Ferrari team member gave unclear instructions for Leclerc's release.
  • Drivers are typically not blamed in such incidents; the responsibility falls on the team.

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