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F1 Champion Hints at HARSH Penalty for Rival After Saudi Grand Prix Near Miss

Tensions Flare on Track After Heart-Stopping Incident Leaves Fans and Drivers Stunned

A reigning Formula 1 champion has hinted at the possibility of a severe penalty for a title rival following a dramatic near miss during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix that sent shockwaves through the paddock.

The incident occurred on lap 37 of the high-speed Jeddah Corniche Circuit, where two front-runners came perilously close to a high-speed collision in a heated battle for track position. The defending champion, whose calculated aggression has defined recent seasons, was forced to take evasive action as the rival veered across the racing line in what many have described as a “reckless block.”

Although the stewards deemed the move a “racing incident” at the time, post-race tensions boiled over in the media pen as the champion made pointed comments about the rival’s driving conduct—and what should come next.

“There’s a line you don’t cross,” the champion told reporters with a steely expression. “We’re racing at over 300 kilometers per hour. When someone moves that late, it’s not just dangerous—it’s disrespectful. If we don’t hold each other accountable, then what are we doing out here?”

While no names were mentioned, the tension between the two drivers has been mounting for months, dating back to their wheel-to-wheel clashes in last season’s finale. Paddock insiders are already speculating that the champion’s comments were directed squarely at his closest title rival—an aggressive young driver who’s earned both praise and criticism for his uncompromising style.

“We’ve spoken to the FIA,” the champion’s team principal confirmed in the post-race press conference. “This isn’t about sour grapes. It’s about safety and precedent. If that move goes unpunished, it opens the door for chaos.”

Social media exploded in the wake of the race, with fans and former drivers weighing in. Sky Sports analyst and former world champion Jenson Button labeled the move “over the edge,” while Martin Brundle said it was “right on the line of acceptable driving.”

The FIA, as of Monday morning, has confirmed it is reviewing additional onboard footage and telemetry data. A retroactive penalty—ranging from time penalties to grid drops for the next race—is reportedly “on the table.”

A Brewing Rivalry?

This incident adds a fresh chapter to what’s quickly becoming one of the sport’s most gripping rivalries. With both drivers locked in a neck-and-neck championship battle, the tension is palpable—not just between them, but across the entire grid. Each is backed by a powerhouse team with decades of legacy, and neither side seems willing to back down.

“If there’s no consequence,” the champion added, “then we’ll just keep pushing boundaries until someone gets hurt. That’s not the sport I want to be part of.”

With the Australian Grand Prix just around the corner, all eyes will be on the stewards’ ruling—and whether this heated exchange marks the start of a full-blown war for the 2025 title.

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