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FIA stewards could apply exponentially harsh penalties for repeat offences of track cutting as early as Sunday’s Formula 1 race at Imola
FIA stewards may consider imposing stricter penalties for repeat track cutting offenses during the upcoming Formula 1 race at Imola. The potential action follows Haas driver Kevin Magnussen accumulating 35 seconds in penalties in Miami, aimed at preventing Lewis Hamilton from advancing. McLaren’s Andrea Stella proposed a potential race ban for Magnussen due to exponential penalties. Discussions on implementing this approach will take place during the team managers’ meeting at Imola on Friday. The focus is on preventing future incidents by increasing penalties for repeated offenses, while still considering individual circumstances for fair punishment. This change could lead to a more balanced enforcement of penalties within the existing regulations, allowing for a more nuanced approach in evaluating offenses.
