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McLaren's €30k Monaco Fine: Aero Gambit Causes Red Flag

McLaren's €30k Monaco Fine: Aero Gambit Causes Red Flag

Hassan
Hassan
Published: Jun 5, 2026

The FIA ruled McLaren’s taped-over clutch disengagement button delayed the recovery of Lando Norris’s car

A Risky Bet in Monaco: McLaren's €30,000 Fine Revealed

The glitz and glamour of the Monaco Grand Prix was momentarily overshadowed by a glaring safety lapse from McLaren, resulting in a stinging €30,000 fine from the FIA.

Key Points:

  • Lando Norris's McLaren stalled during Monaco GP FP2, leading to a session-stopping red flag.
  • Marshals were unable to quickly activate the crucial Clutch Disengagement System (CDS) on the stranded car.
  • McLaren admitted to taping over the CDS button for