McLaren star Lando Norris has slammed the FIA after a chaotic qualifying session at the Belgian Grand Prix, branding the conditions "a disaster" and calling for immediate action from motorsport's governing body.
The 23-year-old British driver expressed fury over what he perceived as inconsistent decision-making during Saturday's rain-affected session at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit.
Norris Blasts 'Dangerous' Conditions
"It was just a joke," Norris fumed after qualifying seventh. "How we dealt with the red flags, how we dealt with the wet conditions - it was a disaster. It's embarrassing for the whole sport."
Norris highlighted particular frustration with the FIA's handling of the session, which saw multiple delays as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions on the iconic Belgian track.
McLaren Driver Demands Consistency
The young Briton called for greater consistency in decision-making: "We need to do a better job. It's not just about today - it's about every time we come to these conditions. We need proper rules and proper governance."
Norris's comments come after a dramatic session that saw championship leader Max Verstappen take pole position despite the challenging weather, with Oscar Piastri securing an impressive second place for McLaren.
Safety Concerns Raised
The McLaren driver didn't hold back in his criticism of the safety standards: "It's not acceptable. We're supposed to be the pinnacle of motorsport, and we can't even make basic decisions properly when it rains."
Norris's outburst follows similar complaints from other drivers about the FIA's handling of wet-weather sessions in recent seasons, raising questions about whether Formula 1 needs to revise its procedures for extreme conditions.
All eyes will now be on how the FIA responds to these criticisms as the teams prepare for Sunday's main race at the historic Spa circuit.
