Miami Grand Prix:FIA Issues No Penalty to Red Bull Over Verstappen’s M…read more.
FIA Issues No Penalty to Red Bull Over Verstappen’s M…read more.
At the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, Max Verstappen’s absence from Thursday’s media day raised questions about potential FIA penalties. However, it was clarified that Verstappen missed the session to be with his partner, Kelly Piquet, for the birth of their daughter, Lily. Given the personal nature of his absence, the FIA is not expected to impose any penalties, and Verstappen has since rejoined the race weekend activities .
Meanwhile, Mercedes has come under scrutiny for a pit-lane infringement during sprint qualifying. Lewis Hamilton’s mechanics were observed working on his car without the mandated helmets, breaching Article 34.13 of the sporting regulations. The stewards noted that several teams engaged in similar practices and decided not to penalize Mercedes. However, they urged the FIA to review and possibly amend the current regulations to ensure safety protocols are uniformly enforced.
In other developments, FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is considering revisions to the FIA Sporting Code’s Appendix B, following driver feedback about penalties for swearing and misconduct. This comes after drivers, including George Russell and Lewis Hamilton, expressed concerns over the lack of formal communication regarding potential changes and the limited influence of the Grand Prix Drivers’ Association (GPDA) .
As the Miami Grand Prix weekend progresses, teams and drivers remain focused on both on-track performance and ongoing discussions about regulatory clarity and f
airness.
