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FIA announce Lewis Hamilton penalty verdict after Max Verstappen incident at Monaco Grand Prix
An official FIA announcement confirmed Lewis Hamilton received a penalty at the Monaco Grand Prix due to an incident involving rival Max Verstappen during qualifying. Hamilton allegedly blocked Verstappen’s path, leading to a summons by the stewards. Despite the incident, Verstappen qualified unaffected, while Hamilton apologized post-qualifying and received a three-place grid penalty, dropping him to seventh. This penalty adds to the ongoing rivalry between Hamilton and Verstappen, stemming from their fierce championship battle in 2021. Despite their competitive history, both drivers now share mutual respect, as showcased during their post-qualifying exchange at Monaco.
