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Johnny Herbert has hit out at drivers who “abused” F1’s rules on the first lap in Mexico.
Johnny Herbert expressed his disapproval towards drivers who exploited Formula 1’s rules on the opening lap of the Mexico City Grand Prix. The controversial first lap saw Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen taking shortcuts without penalties, while Lewis Hamilton received a 10-second penalty for a similar incident later in the race. Herbert criticized the inconsistency in penalizing these actions and suggested that FIA stewards often overlook infractions on the opening lap. He emphasized the need for stricter enforcement to prevent a “free for all” mentality among drivers. Herbert believes that the highest level of racing should hold all drivers accountable for their actions, even in the heat of the first lap.
