F1 NEWS: FIA OFFICIALLY Hands Ruling to Mercedes After…read more
FIA OFFICIALLY Hands Ruling to Mercedes After…read more
In a dramatic turn of events following the Japanese Grand Prix, the FIA has issued an official ruling to Mercedes in response to a controversial incident that occurred during the race weekend. The decision, confirmed late Sunday evening, has stirred debate across the Formula 1 paddock, with implications for the championship battle.
The controversy centers around an alleged breach of race protocol involving Mercedes during a critical safety car period. According to FIA documents, the team is accused of failing to properly instruct its drivers on delta times, potentially gaining an unfair advantage. While the stewards stopped short of issuing race bans or disqualifications, the ruling includes a formal reprimand and a monetary fine.
In a statement, the FIA emphasized the importance of maintaining sporting integrity and ensuring that all teams adhere strictly to race procedures. “Any deviation from established protocols, intentional or not, will be met with swift and fair consequences,” the statement read.
Mercedes responded quickly, releasing a statement expressing disappointment but accepting the decision. Team Principal Toto Wolff added, “We respect the FIA’s process and will work internally to ensure such misunderstandings do not happen again.”
The ruling has fueled speculation about how it might affect the team’s approach in upcoming races, especially as the title fight remains intensely close. Fans and pundits alike are watching closely to see how this decision will impact Mercedes’ momentum going into the next Grand Prix in China.
