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Haas’s chances of overhauling Alpine for sixth in Formula 1’s constructors’ championship have taken a blow with Nico Hulkenberg losing his fourth place grid spot in Abu Dhabi
Haas’s chances of surpassing Alpine for sixth place in the Formula 1 constructors’ championship have taken a hit due to Nico Hulkenberg losing his fourth place grid position in Abu Dhabi. This three-place grid penalty moves him to seventh on the starting grid, pushing Max Verstappen to fourth and Pierre Gasly to fifth. Haas is currently trailing Alpine by seven points heading into Sunday’s race. Hulkenberg earned the penalty for overtaking in restricted areas during qualifying, which led to a grid drop decision from the stewards. Despite the team’s garages’ limitations, rule breaches are not excusable and safety regulations must be upheld at all times. The revised grid will see Lando Norris on pole, followed by Oscar Piastri and Carlos Sainz in the top three.
