Norris, Piastri Out Of Chinese GP As McLaren Face Technical Nightmare

Last Updated:March 15, 2026, 13:23 IST

Norris was stuck in the garage with an electrical problem, while Piastri managed to reach the grid but was pushed back into the garage a few minutes later with a different problem.

The McLarens of world champion Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were unable to participate in the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday due to separate issues before the start.

Norris was stuck in the garage with an electrical problem while mechanics worked on his McLaren, preventing him from making it to the grid. Piastri managed to reach the grid but was pushed back into the garage a few minutes later with a different problem.

McLaren stated, “Unfortunately, we identified separate issues on both cars which prevented them from starting the Chinese GP."

Piastri’s car was “removed from the grid shortly before the formation lap. We will now work to identify each issue," the statement added.

Williams’ Alexander Albon and Gabriel Bortoleto of Audi also failed to start. It has been a disappointing start to the season for the constructors’ world champions McLaren.

Last weekend, only one McLaren took part in the opening race after Piastri crashed on his way to the grid in Melbourne, meaning the Australian is yet to race in a grand prix this season.

Britain’s Norris came fifth in Melbourne as he finished fourth in the sprint race on Saturday in Shanghai, and Piastri sixth.

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