There was a chaotic start to the Italian Grand Prix, with Lando Norris[1] branding Max Verstappen[2] an ‘idiot’ following a risky move on the opening lap.
Verstappen cut across the track in the early stages of the race ahead of Norris and Oscar Piastri[3].
Norris could be heard saying: ‘What’s this idiot doing? Come on. He’s put me in the grass and then he’s just cut the corner.’
Verstappen was then told to give the position to Norris, who took the lead down the front straight.
Nico Hulkenberg[4] retired before the race following the formation lap.
The Sauber driver had been struggling with a technical issue.
Lando Norris called Max Verstappen an ‘idiot’ for a risky move early in the race
Verstappen cut across the track in the early stages ahead of Norris and Oscar Piastri
Norris was left fuming following the incident as he was left in the grass
Verstappen was told to give the position to Norris, who took the lead down the front straight
Nico Hulkenberg retired before the start of the race following the formation lap
References
- ^ Lando Norris (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ Max Verstappen (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ Oscar Piastri (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ Nico Hulkenberg (www.dailymail.co.uk)