LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — McLaren driver Lando Norris has been released from the hospital following a crash during the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Four laps into the race, Norris spun out and lost the back end of the car near Turn 12, which is by the Treasure Island and the Palazzo.
He ended up in the barriers, which damaged the vehicle and a front tire. Over his radio, Norris said he was OK, but the crash ended his night.
During the 42nd lap of the race, Formula 1 officials announced Norris was taken to the circuit Medical Centre. From there, he was taken to University Medical Center for "further precautionary investigations."
At 1:00 a.m., McLaren officials posted an update saying "following further precautionary checks, Lando has been discharged from University Medical Center."
Norris spoke to Channel 13 on Thursday and said he was looking forward to the race.
"It's quite something. Formula 1's obviously a big thing but Vegas is even bigger in some ways. It's great to come to a new venue. A lot of new things to see and experience. I'm looking forward to the driving but it's nice to have these extra things too."
