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Formula 1 commentator Martin Brundle claimed the series’ rules “dissuade overtaking” amid the Max Verstappen/Lando Norris United States Grand Prix duel.
“Lando Norris overtook Max Verstappen on Lap 52 at the Circuit of the Americas but was later penalized by the stewards for the move, dropping him behind Verstappen in the final standings according to F1 regulations.
Sky Sports F1’s Martin Brundle criticized the current guidelines, suggesting they discourage overtaking, especially on the outside, by penalizing drivers like Norris who race aggressively.
Brundle also questioned the consistency of the stewards’ decisions, citing incidents involving George Russell and Verstappen at Turn 12 during the same race.
He advocated for a more common-sense approach to stewarding in F1, with the possibility of having the same stewards throughout the season for better consistency and understanding between drivers and officials.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has also criticized the stewards’ decisions, arguing for a more balanced and fair application of the rules in Formula 1.”
