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The stewards thinking into the twin 10-second time penalties has been revealed.
The FIA has clarified the reasons behind Max Verstappen receiving two 10-second time penalties and two penalty points in the Mexico City Grand Prix due to his battle with Lando Norris. Norris tried to pass Verstappen on lap 10 at Turn 4 but was forced onto the grass, later Verstappen lunged at Turn 8 resulting in both cars going off track. Verstappen faced penalties for both incidents, finishing sixth while Norris secured second place, reducing the championship gap to 47 points. The stewards awarded Verstappen additional penalty points for the first move at Turn 4, bringing his total to six within 12 months. Verstappen’s actions were scrutinized, but he did not receive penalty points for either incident according to the stewards’ verdict published.
