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via Formula1.comNorris explains off-track moment behind Safety Car in MalaysiaLando Norris finished in ninth place at the Bahrain Grand Prix after a dramatic off-track incident during a late Safety Car period. Initially starting from fifth, Norris struggled with tyre choices and was caught out when George Russell retired, leading to a chaotic situation on track that forced him into the gravel.
After the race, Norris acknowledged that his decision to start on medium tyres was incorrect and admitted to swearing during the incident. He received a reprimand from the stewards for driving erratically under Safety Car conditions. Despite the setback, his teammate Oscar Piastri managed to secure a sixth-place finish.
Sun 4 Oct · 14:13 UTC
via RaceFans“I guess it’s my fault” says Norris as stewards reprimand him for near-miss under Safety Car | Formula 1Lando Norris has acknowledged his responsibility for a near-miss incident involving his teammate Oscar Piastri during a Safety Car period. The McLaren driver was caught off guard by the sudden slowing of the field, particularly when George Russell stopped unexpectedly on the track.
Norris expressed uncertainty about how much the cars ahead had reacted to Russell's slowdown. He noted that his view was obstructed, making it difficult for him to gauge the situation accurately. The stewards are currently investigating the incident.
