P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The two were called to see the stewards following their first lap collision that triggered a red flag at Suzuka.
Formula 1 stewards have decided not to penalize Daniel Ricciardo for the collision with Alex Albon during the Japanese Grand Prix. The incident on Lap 1 saw Ricciardo clipping Albon’s Williams, leading to both cars hitting the barrier and a red flag being unfurled for repairs. Ricciardo, in his defense, stated that he was making room for Lance Stroll on the inside, hence moving to the right where Albon was positioned. Albon, unfortunately unseen by Ricciardo, braked as he sensed the impending crash. Ultimately, the stewards labelled the collision a “first lap incident” and opted against imposing sanctions. Nonetheless, they did acknowledge that a different decision might have been reached if the incident had unfolded later in the race or in the absence of Stroll or another third car.
