Norris Out on Lap 1 After Four-Car Squeeze at First Corner
Miami International Autodrome, Miami Gardens, Florida
336-Mile, 19-Turn Temporary Street Circuit Length
In a shocking turn of events, Lando Norris was taken out on the opening lap of the Miami GP Sprint after a four-car squeeze at the first corner. The incident occurred as the pack of cars entered Turn 1, with Pierre Gasly getting caught in a sandwich between Nicholas Latifi and Fernando Alonso. This led to a collision that also involved Norris, who was unable to avoid the spinning cars.
Norris's car sustained significant damage in the incident, forcing him to retire from the race. The stewards have since ruled that no further action will be taken, meaning Norris and McLaren will have to reset for Sunday's Miami Grand Prix.
The incident highlights the dangers of racing on a narrow and demanding street circuit like the Miami International Autodrome. With limited space for maneuvering, even the smallest of mistakes can have major consequences. Norris's misfortune is a reminder that anything can happen in Formula 1, and that even the best drivers are not immune to bad luck.
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