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Norris against Piastri: Shocking collision at the Canadian Grand Prix!
Lando Norris collided with Oscar Piastri at the Canadian Grand Prix, resulting in a technical failure and increasing Piastri's points lead.
Norris against Piastri: Shocking collision at the Canadian Grand Prix!
At the Canadian Grand Prix on June 16, 2025, there was a spectacular incident between the two McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. On the 67th lap, during the exciting final phase of the race, the two teammates lost control of their vehicles. Norris tried to overtake Piastri in a tight spot on the start-finish straight, which resulted in a collision and cost him his front wing. The incident was not only a technical failure for Norris, but also a significant turning point in the battle for the drivers' championship.
Norris expressed regret over the incident and accepted responsibility, confirming over the radio that he was uninjured. Piastri, who ultimately finished the race in fourth place, increased his lead in the drivers' championship from 10 to 22 points over Norris. He described the collision as unfortunate and emphasized that there was no ill will behind it. McLaren team boss Andrea Stella commented that such incidents occur in racing and can increase internal competition.
Team dynamics and race course
The incident caused critical comment in the European media about team harmony at McLaren, while George Russell, who was leading the race after his first win of the season, was closing in on 136 points in the overall standings. Max Verstappen, who finished second in Canada, currently has 155 points. A Red Bull protest against Russell was dismissed after he made the headlines for unsportsmanlike behavior during the safety car period.
The events of the race attracted a lot of attention. Lewis Hamilton, who ran over a marmot next to the race track, only finished the race in sixth place. He expressed sadness over the incident with the animal and reported a hole in the underbody of his vehicle and a later brake problem.
Summary of the driver standings
The following points are the current driver ratings after the Canadian Grand Prix:
| driver | Points |
|---|---|
| Max Verstappen | 155 |
| George Russell | 136 |
| Oscar Piastri | 110 |
| Lando Norris | 88 |
| Lewis Hamilton | 70 |
This tumultuous episode in the Canadian Grand Prix is sure to spark debate among fans and experts as drivers prepare for the next challenges of the racing season. Given the intense rivalries and unpredictability of the track, it remains to be seen what twists and turns the coming races will bring.
For more information on the events of the race, see the coverage on Small newspaper, Formula 1 and formula1.de.