McLaren Secures Second Consecutive Constructors' Championship Amid Norris-Piastri Singapore GP Collision

At the Singapore Grand Prix, McLaren clinched the Constructors' Championship with drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri finishing third and fourth, respectively, but tensions flared after a first-lap collision between the teammates. Norris aggressively passed Piastri at the first corner, resulting in minor contact that damaged Norris's front wing and forced Piastri to back off, sparking frustration from Piastri who felt the move was unfair and expected a reversal of positions, which McLaren declined. McLaren CEO Zak Brown emphasized that the team is allowing their drivers to race hard and clean, acknowledging the incident would be reviewed internally but highlighting it as part of tough racing. Piastri publicly criticized Norris's driving and accused McLaren of unfairness, while Norris defended his move as a racing incident influenced by slippery track conditions. George Russell won the race, extending his form, while Verstappen finished second, keeping his championship hopes alive; Norris narrowed Piastri's championship lead to 22 points with six races remaining. The internal rivalry at McLaren now intensifies as both drivers contend for their first World Championship, with the team grappling to balance competition and cooperation.