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Times F1 team-mates were not equal – car changes and team orders
Williams has decided to replace Sargeant with Albon for the weekend following Sargeant’s crash in Melbourne. Albon’s car was severely damaged and the team lacks a spare chassis, so only one car can run. Sargeant described it as the toughest moment in his F1 career, while team principal Vowles praised his professionalism. Team orders favoring one driver have resulted in dramatic moments in F1 history, such as Red Bull prioritizing Vettel over Webber in 2010.
During the 2002 Austrian GP, Ferrari instructed Barrichello to let Schumacher pass for the win, leading to backlash from both drivers. Barrichello initially resisted but eventually obeyed on the final lap, resulting in a close finish. Schumacher’s gesture of letting Barrichello take the top step and trophy led to fines for both drivers. Such team decisions continue to spark controversy in the world of Formula 1.
