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David Coulthard set the record straight about one of F1’s more controversial moments the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Opinions on the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix greatly vary depending on whether you support Max Verstappen or Lewis Hamilton.
Verstappen’s victory may be viewed as fair and deserved by his supporters, while Hamilton’s camp might suspect foul play.
The decision by race director Michael Masi to allow one more lap, ultimately leading to Verstappen overtaking Hamilton, raised suspicions of unfairness.
The FIA conducted an investigation after the race, attributing any issues to “human error” but endorsing the validity of the results.
David Coulthard emphasized that, in his view, a scandal in F1 involves cheating, suggesting that while controversial, the events in Abu Dhabi did not amount to cheating.
Despite the ongoing debate and differing opinions, the Abu Dhabi 2021 Grand Prix will be remembered as a controversial and impactful moment in Formula 1 history.
