Singapore 2026: McLaren reviews Norris-Piastri clash

McLaren is reported to be reviewing the Norris-Piastri Singapore sprint collision after last-lap contact, with both drivers under internal scrutiny.

McLaren is reported to be reviewing the Singapore Grand Prix sprint collision between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after contact on the final lap. Autosport and Motorsport.com both reported that Norris made a move on Piastri at Turn 5, the cars touched and spun, and Piastri was eliminated from the sprint.

Motorsport.com reported that team principal Andrea Stella was still discussing the incident with both drivers after the clash, while Zak Brown also addressed it. Autosport separately reported that McLaren considered the contact a serious issue and planned internal talks after the sprint.

The reported flashpoint comes with both drivers close together in the 2026 drivers' championship. Norris, born on 13 November 1999, was sixth on 201 points and had 11 wins from 161 Formula 1 starts, while Piastri, born on 6 April 2001, was seventh on 138 points after 79 races for McLaren.