McLaren has officially rendered its verdict following the tense collision between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris during the Singapore Grand Prix — a moment that ignited internal friction within the team. The title battle between the two young McLaren drivers reached a breaking point as Norris made contact with Piastri on the opening lap, a move that left the Australian visibly incensed.
Piastri, feeling unjustly overtaken, voiced his frustration over team radio, condemning the maneuver as reckless and poorly executed. The incident not only stirred public debate but also threatened the harmony within McLaren’s camp, especially as Norris’ stronger finish reduced Piastri’s championship lead to just 22 points with six races remaining. Team principal Andrea Stella immediately confirmed that the team would conduct a full internal review to maintain fairness and discipline.
Ahead of the United States Grand Prix, Norris revealed that McLaren’s investigation had concluded — and that disciplinary measures were indeed imposed upon him. Without divulging specific details, he hinted that the repercussions would extend through the remainder of the season. Accepting accountability, Norris admitted that the team’s decision was just and expressed his intent to learn from the episode.
Piastri, meanwhile, took a diplomatic approach, affirming that discussions after Singapore had been productive and that the issue was fully resolved internally. He emphasized that both drivers had reaffirmed their commitment to the team’s racing ethics, noting that McLaren’s established framework for conduct remains unchanged. The focus, he said, must now return to teamwork and performance rather than personal rivalry.
With tensions eased and accountability enforced, McLaren hopes to prevent a repeat of such incidents as both drivers continue to vie for championship glory. The outcome of this internal reckoning could define not only the trajectory of the title race but also the team’s unity as the season nears its dramatic conclusion.
