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McLaren Launches Right of Review for Lando Norris' 5-Second Penalty at USA Grand Prix

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McLaren has instigated a right of review procedure for Lando Norris' 5-second penalty during the recent USA Grand Prix, which could have significant implications for the World Championship title race. The British driver started on pole but suffered a disastrous opening lap, plummeting down the grid. McLaren held their pit stop until after Max Verstappen's, allowing Norris to catch up, but he was subsequently handed the penalty for leaving the track and gaining a lasting advantage. With 57 points separating the title rivals and five races remaining, this move could be a crucial turning point in the championship.

Key Takeaways:

  • McLaren has submitted a petition for a review of the 5-second penalty handed to Lando Norris at the 2024 United States Grand Prix, citing a "significant and new element" that was unavailable at the time of the decision.
  • The review will take place on Friday at 2:30 p.m. local time in Mexico, between the first and second practices, with a representative from Red Bull also attending.
  • If the stewards deem the new element admissible and the penalty wrong, the result of the USA Grand Prix will be overturned, with Norris being classified as finishing third and Verstappen fourth.
  • McLaren has expressed respect for the FIA and the Stewards, highlighting their collaborative relationship.
  • Lando Norris remains adamant that the penalty was wrong and believes that many viewers agreed with him.
  • The title rivals are separated by 57 points with five races remaining.

Statistics:

  • 5-second penalty handed to Lando Norris at the 2024 United States Grand Prix
  • 57 points separating the title rivals
  • 5 races remaining in the World Championship title race
  • 2:30 p.m. local time set for the review hearing in Mexico
  • 1 representative from Red Bull to attend the hearing

Sources:

  • McLaren statement, confirmed via [official McLaren website](https://www.mclaren.com/news/lando-norris-penalty)
  • FIA regulations, cited in [official FIA documentation](https://www.fia.com/file/31c9f0c8-1894-436e-8b2d-a928f3a9b6a8/2315184)

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