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FIA announce Red Bull punishment after bizarre US GP breach
The FIA has imposed a penalty on the Red Bull F1 team following a rare violation at the US Grand Prix. During the formation lap, a team member breached the gate well area near Lando Norris’s second grid position, prompting an investigation by the stewards. Despite attempts by the pit marshal to stop the team member, the individual proceeded, claiming ignorance of the situation. The stewards deemed such actions unsafe, resulting in a substantial fine of €50,000 for Red Bull, with a portion suspended depending on future conduct during the 2025 season. In sporting terms, Max Verstappen’s dominant performance at COTA propelled him to victory, narrowing the gap in the drivers’ standings and reigniting the title fight with five races to go.
