P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ollie Bearman handed hefty grid penalty for red flag offence in Monaco GP practice
Ollie Bearman received a 10-place grid penalty for overtaking under red flag conditions at the Monaco Grand Prix. The incident took place after Isack Hadjar hit the barriers, causing a red flag. Bearman overtook a slow-moving Williams car despite the red flag being displayed. This action violated the strict rule of no overtaking under red flags. Despite his explanation, the stewards disagreed with Bearman’s decision and imposed the penalty as a safety measure. The penalty will likely force Bearman to start the race from the back of the grid, making his Sunday race even more challenging, especially in Monaco’s tight track conditions.
