Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri faced a setback in their Formula One careers as they were disqualified from the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Initially finishing behind Max Verstappen, Norris and Piastri were found to have violated technical regulations during post-race inspections. The thickness of the planks under their McLaren cars was below the required 9mm limit, resulting in an illegally low ride height and subsequent disqualification from the 22nd race of the 2025 season.
This disqualification marked the first for both Norris and Piastri in their F1 careers, joining a small group of drivers who have faced similar penalties. The championship standings now see Verstappen and Piastri tied on points, with Norris holding a 24-point lead over the reigning champion, setting the stage for a thrilling end to the season.
Notably, Hamilton and Leclerc also experienced disqualifications earlier in the year, adding to the list of drivers facing such consequences. Sky has announced a discounted Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle for the upcoming season, offering a wide range of live matches including Premier League games.
In a separate incident, Leclerc and Gasly were disqualified from the Chinese Grand Prix for infractions related to minimum weight requirements. Nico Hulkenberg also faced his first disqualification in 15 years at the Bahrain Grand Prix due to skid block wear issues. Despite the challenges of disqualifications, drivers like George Russell have had victories turned into disqualifications due to technical violations.
The F1 season continues to present challenges for drivers, as seen with Esteban Ocon’s recent disqualification for exceeding fuel mass flow limits. With each race bringing new developments and obstacles, the competition remains fierce among the drivers on the grid.
