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Alex Albon has clarified his criticism of Formula 1’s penalty system, arguing that five-second penalties only punish the drivers representing
Anglo-Thai driver Alexander Albon expressed his frustration over the leniency of penalties in Formula 1, particularly for top teams. He argued that penalties are not strict enough and don’t teach drivers anything. Albon believes that faster cars can get away with incidents because they can easily pull away and serve the penalty without losing positions. He used examples from his own races, such as being overtaken by a driver who cuts a chicane and pulls away, leaving no consequences. However, Albon sympathized with the difficult task of enforcing consistency for the stewards and suggested disqualification as a potential solution. He acknowledged the challenges faced by the FIA and expressed his willingness to find a better answer given more time.
Source: Motorsport Week
