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Controversial FIA penalty lights FIRE in feisty McLaren battle
McLaren F1 team principal Andrea Stella emphasized that Oscar Piastri will use the severe penalty received at the British Grand Prix as motivation for the rest of the season. Piastri was given a 10-second time penalty and two penalty points for erratic braking behind the safety car at Silverstone. Stella questioned the decision, citing late safety car call and adverse temperature conditions affecting all drivers. Despite accepting the ruling, Stella believes Piastri will be more determined and motivated for upcoming races. As the F1 title race intensifies, Piastri heads into the Belgian Grand Prix with just an eight-point lead, setting the stage for a fierce battle with close rivals like Lando Norris. McLaren maintains a significant lead in the constructors’ standings, with intense competition from Mercedes and Red Bull. The focus now shifts to how Piastri will channel this setback into a strong performance and fight for victories in the future races.
