Lando Norris faces harsh penalty at Qatar Grand Prix as McLaren expresses frustration

Lando Norris received a 10-second stop-and-go penalty during the Qatar Grand Prix for not slowing down for yellow flags. This penalty caused him to drop from second place to the back of the pack, finishing in 10th. Norris admitted he deserved punishment but expressed disappointment for not delivering points for McLaren. Team principal Andrea Stella criticized the severity of the penalty, questioning the stewards' decision-making and the inconsistency of the yellow flag situation. Stella acknowledged Norris's fault but argued that the penalty lacked proportionality. He suggested that the stewards should consider the specific circumstances and the level of danger before imposing such harsh penalties.