BREAKING:FIA Under Fire After Letting Hamilton Off Without Penalty as…read more.
FIA Under Fire After Letting Hamilton Off Without Penalty as…read more.
Controversy stirred once again in the world of Formula 1 after Lewis Hamilton escaped a penalty for an incident on the opening lap of the recent Grand Prix. The seven-time world champion ran off the track and appeared to gain an advantage, yet no five-second penalty was issued a decision that has sparked debate among fans and analysts alike.
The incident occurred during lap one, when Hamilton veered off the racing line and rejoined ahead of his rival, Max Verstappen. Typically, such a move is met with a time penalty, especially if a driver is seen to benefit from leaving the track. However, in this case, the stewards ruled that no action was necessary.
This ruling has led to renewed accusations of inconsistency in stewarding decisions, with some fans pointing toward perceived favoritism. A portion of the F1 community believes that Verstappen may have been penalized under similar circumstances, and speculation about nationality bias has surfaced once again. Critics suggest that if Verstappen, a Dutch driver, had done the same, the response might have been different — hinting at what some call a “British bias” in favor of Hamilton.
While the FIA has not commented on the controversy, the incident has fueled heated discussions across social media and within the paddock. As the championship battle continues, moments like this will only intensify scrutiny on race officials and the consistency of their decisions. For now, Hamilton walks away penalty-free, but the debate is far from over.
