Norisring crash interrupts race, eliminates three drivers

motorsport-total.com (German)

A multi-car crash at the Norisring DTM race caused a race interruption and eliminated three prominent drivers, including Marco Wittmann. The incident, deemed a racing incident by officials, involved Wittmann, Mirko Bortolotti, Nicki Thiim, and Jules Gounon, with Gounon able to continue racing. The crash occurred in the first corner, a notoriously tight spot on the track. Drivers expressed frustration, citing the Norisring's tight layout as a factor. The crash resulted in a double retirement for the Abt team and a premature end to Wittmann's home race.


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