Verstappen Wins Vegas GP and Norris and Piastri Are Disqualified

In a dramatic turn of events at the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix, Max Verstappen claimed victory and a major championship boost after both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were disqualified post-race for excessive skid plank wear.

Verstappen, driving for Red Bull Racing, took first place on November 22 with a strong performance, while the pair from McLaren originally crossed the finish line ahead of the Dutchman. However, both cars failed the post-race technical inspection, found to have skid planks worn beyond allowable limits a violation of FIA regulations.

With the disqualifications, Verstappen was elevated to the win, followed by George Russell of Mercedes in second and rookie Kimi Antonelli in third, completing the podium.

The result dramatically reshapes the 2025 championship standings. Norris remains the standings leader, but his post-disqualification lead over Piastri and Verstappen has now been reduced, giving Verstappen renewed momentum in the title fight.

• Verstappen wins Las Vegas GP after Norris and Piastri are disqualified for skid-plank violations
• FIA ruling reshapes the 2025 title fight as McLaren loses a double podium
• With two races left, Verstappen gains momentum while McLaren launches an internal probe

McLaren issued an apology to its drivers and confirmed an internal investigation into how both cars failed the technical checks. The team stated that unexpected bottoming-out during the night race led to the excessive plank wear.

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With only two races left, the Las Vegas spectacle has added new tension to the championship, leaving the title battle wide open heading into the season finale