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Sauber’s Valtteri Bottas blamed an inexperienced Franco Colapinto for holding up the race-start procedure at last weekend’s Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix. Colapinto, competing in F1 for the first time at Monza, qualified in 18th place, ahead of the two Saubers at the back of the grid. As the rest of the field came through […]
At his first F1 race in Monza, Colapinto qualified in 18th place, beating the two Saubers at the back of the grid. During the formation lap, he left a significant gap ahead of Lance Stroll, which was criticized by Bottas. Bottas pointed out the large gap over team radio, hoping for a potential penalty for Colapinto. The race start procedure rules emphasize keeping a tight formation, but interpretations vary. Sauber, with the slowest car, relies on others’ misfortunes for progress, as seen in the Italian GP with Bottas finishing 16th. Colapinto admitted he needs to learn from his debut race and anticipates being better prepared for upcoming races.
