Breaking: FIA announce LATE investigation for F1 star at Abu Dhabi after DRAMA between…read more
FIA announce LATE investigation for F1 star at Abu Dhabi after DRAMA between…read more
The FIA has announced a late investigation involving an unnamed Formula 1 driver following the qualifying session for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The announcement comes amidst an eventful day at Yas Marina Circuit, where McLaren dominated the session with a remarkable front-row lockout.
Lando Norris claimed pole position for Sunday’s race, leading his teammate Oscar Piastri to cement McLaren’s advantage over Ferrari in the constructors’ championship battle. Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz managed to secure the third-fastest lap, adding pressure to McLaren as the teams fight for dominance in the final race of the season.
However, it was a disastrous session for Sainz’s teammate, Charles Leclerc. The Monegasque driver’s troubles began when his fastest lap was invalidated for exceeding track limits. To compound matters, Leclerc was hit with a 10-place grid penalty for a separate infringement. This relegated him to the back of the grid, starting in P20 for the race. Ferrari will face an uphill battle in their attempt to reclaim ground against McLaren in the standings.
Adding to the drama, Mercedes endured a difficult session with Lewis Hamilton struggling throughout. The seven-time world champion hit a bollard during his final Q1 flying lap, causing damage to his car and an early exit from the session. Hamilton’s performance saw him fail to progress beyond Q1, marking a rare and disappointing result for the veteran driver in his storied career. His teammate George Russell fared slightly better, securing a mid-grid start, but the team’s overall performance fell short of expectations.
Meanwhile, a freak accident earlier in the day caused delays in the qualifying schedule. Although details remain sparse, the incident briefly halted proceedings, forcing teams and drivers to adapt their strategies on the fly.
As the FIA launches its investigation, speculation swirls around the nature of the issue and its potential impact on the race. Officials have yet to release specific details about the driver or circumstances under review. However, the announcement has added another layer of intrigue to an already dramatic weekend at Yas Marina.
With the 2023 Formula 1 season concluding in Abu Dhabi, the stakes are high for drivers and teams hoping to end on a strong note. The results of the investigation and Sunday’s race could
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