Norris' Coca-Cola Controversy After Madrid GP Incident
Lando Norris was at the center of an unusual incident after the Madrid GP.
The reigning world champion finished third in the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix held at the brand-new Madring track in Madrid, won by Andrea Kimi Antonelli with Max Verstappen finishing second. Norris had secured pole position during Saturday's qualifying but couldn't maintain the lead partly due to a virtual safety car period.
The incident occurred just after the checkered flag when Norris entered the lounge while drinking a can of Coca-Cola, prompting organizers to issue a recall due to Formula 1's sponsorship agreements and commercial contracts regulating such displays during official moments. Norris responded firmly saying 'I just finished a race. I think I can drink whatever I want. Thank you.'
The next stop for Formula 1 is the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku on September 26, which will be held on Saturday instead of Sunday.