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Lando Norris Apologizes for Singapore GP Collision
Norris admits fault after sprint race clash with Piastri at Singapore GP.
In brief
Norris admits fault after sprint race clash with Piastri at Singapore GP. Lando Norris apologized for colliding with Oscar Piastri during Singapore GP sprint race, dropping from fourth to eighth place. Originally reported by Motorsport.
Norris Apologizes for Collision
Lando Norris admitted he let down the team after colliding with Oscar Piastri in Singapore GP sprint race.
“I let down the team. I owe everyone at McLaren an apology.”
Collision Details
Norris dove down the inside of Piastri in Turn 5, causing contact with the sister MCL40's right-rear tire.
Race Outcome
Norris dropped from fourth to eighth place after the collision, with Piastri retiring from the race.
Team Reaction
Team principal Andrea Stella called the incident 'not acceptable' and promised talks to prevent recurrence.
Norris' Post-Race Comments
Norris said he should never have attempted the move, emphasizing team priority over personal gain.
“I can't attempt what I did. I should never have attempted in the first place.”
Race Performance
Norris finished fourth but struggled to close the gap on Lewis Hamilton, ending 16 seconds behind.
Team Status
McLaren has three consecutive podiumless races after Norris' Hungarian and Dutch GP wins.
In short
Lando Norris apologized for colliding with Oscar Piastri during Singapore GP sprint race, dropping from fourth to eighth place.
