"As misjudgments go, McLaren's error in calculations that led to the disqualification of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri from the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Sunday could barely have been more cataclysmic nor more poorly timed. Quite how they got it wrong just when they wanted to close out the drivers' championship with as little fuss as possible will take no little explanation."
"Norris and Piastri, second and fourth respectively to Max Verstappen's win in Nevada, had been solid enough results until the FIA discovered the skid blocks on their cars had been worn beyond the 9mm limit. In one fell swoop, Verstappen was right back in the fight, alongside Piastri, 24 points back from Norris. Exactly the sort of proximity to set nerves jangling unnecessarily with two meetings remaining and 58 points up for grabs."
McLaren miscalculated car setup measurements, resulting in the disqualification of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri from the Las Vegas Grand Prix after FIA found skid blocks worn beyond the 9mm limit. The penalties dramatically reduced Norris's championship lead, bringing Max Verstappen back into contention and leaving Piastri 24 points behind Norris. The error turned a previously comfortable advantage into a precarious situation with two rounds remaining and 58 points available. Teams routinely run cars low for aerodynamic gain and adjust setups based on circuit characteristics and evolving weekend data. Practice interruptions in Las Vegas reduced setup time and contributed to setup challenges.
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