Norris: 'Unfair' VSC rules cost me Spanish GP win

Lando Norris has called on Formula 1 to change its "unfair" virtual safety car rules after he lost the Spanish Grand Prix win at the Madring. The McLaren driver was leading when an ill-timed VSC for Lance Stroll's stricken Aston Martin allowed Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen to pit under the VSC, while Norris had just passed the pit entry and lost 20 seconds the following lap.

Why it matters:

The incident highlights how VSC timing can decide races, with Norris left powerless despite a flawless performance. Drivers have raised this issue repeatedly, and the fallout could push the FIA to reconsider the rules.

The details:

• Norris said he was "the only one on the whole grid who doesn't get a pitstop" and lost 20 seconds, calling it "out of my control."
• He admitted he has benefited from similar situations in the past, but stressed a race should be won by the best performance, not timing.
• Norris proposed two fixes: leave the VSC out for at least a full lap, or block the pit entry so no one can box unless for a puncture.
• Verstappen, who finished second, said he has won and lost races because of VSC, but agreed it "can be better."
• Race winner Antonelli acknowledged Norris "deserved to win."
• McLaren team boss Andrea Stella said the race director applied rules correctly, adding any change should go through the Strategy Advisory Committee.

What's next:

Norris hopes drivers will discuss the issue in the next briefing. Stella expects any regulation change to be a lengthy process unless F1 or the FIA pushes for it.