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Haas concedes Magnussen should have let Tsunoda pass in Saudi F1 GP
Magnussen’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix was marred by a 10-second penalty for contact with Alex Albon in the Williams, prompting a strategic shift to help teammate Nico Hulkenberg secure 10th. With Magnussen overtaking Yuki Tsunoda by leaving the track, he opted to take an additional 10-second penalty to maintain his position. Haas faced criticism for the move deemed “unsportsmanlike” by Red Bull. Team principal Ayao Komatsu acknowledged that Magnussen should have forfeited the position to Tsunoda and tried to overtake him again. Despite the penalties, Magnussen’s actions helped Hulkenberg secure a point in the tight battle at the back of the grid. Komatsu praised Magnussen for his defensive driving, acknowledging his crucial role in securing Hulkenberg’s position.
