In the old days, when different people ran F1, fans would be inclined to look at the dramatic double disqualification of the McLaren drivers from the Las Vegas Grand Prix with a knowing wink. Nothing like tightening up the field with two rounds to go to set up a thrilling climax to the season for fans and broadcasters.
But these are different times and, in any case, whether a skid block is worn is a bit like being pregnant; it either is or it isn’t. It’s a matter of measurement. And it’s a gift from McLaren to the series organisers and to Red Bull.
