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Red Bull’s Antonelli claim sparks call for FIA punishment review
An F1 star has suggested a review of off-track FIA punishments may be necessary ahead of the new season, after an incident involving Red Bull and Kimi Antonelli last year. Antonelli’s near-loss of control on the final lap at the Qatar Grand Prix allowed Lando Norris to overtake. Despite evidence showing Antonelli did not let Norris pass intentionally, Red Bull accused him of aiding their main competitor. The 19-year-old faced online abuse and Red Bull issued an apology, but F1 star Franco Colapinto argued that the FIA should’ve penalized Red Bull for their comments, similar to driver penalties for swearing in press conferences. The FIA has handed out penalties for driver swearing, including Verstappen and Leclerc in 2024, and adjusted the maximum fine in 2025. It remains unclear if the FIA will implement rules for off-track statements that could incite negative reactions.
