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Verstappen drew the ire of the FIA during Sunday’s Miami Grand Prix
Red Bull F1 star Max Verstappen received a post-race penalty following the Miami Grand Prix, causing disagreement among many fans and commentators. Despite an impressive recovery during the race and aggressive racing to make up positions, he was penalized for allegedly crossing the white line on pit exit. The penalty decision, delayed until after the race, sparked controversy and criticism from F1 pundits like Olav Mol, who deemed it unjust and nonsensical. The stewards’ explanation for the delayed verdict cited the lack of clear video evidence during the event, leading to a postponed investigation and eventual decision post-race. Verstappen’s penalty, deemed unwarranted by many, added a five-second penalty to his finishing time, prompting further scrutiny of the stewards’ judgment.
