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Max Verstappen has responded to Lewis Hamilton labelling his penalty “double standards” after their clash during F1’s Mexico City GP.
Max Verstappen responded to Lewis Hamilton’s criticism of his penalty as “double standards” following their clash at the Mexico City Grand Prix of Formula 1. Verstappen hoped to gain an advantage in the Drivers’ Championship during the 71-lap race at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. However, he had to cut the grass on the first lap into Turn 1 while trying to overtake frontrunners. Verstappen encountered Hamilton on Lap 6, had to take evasive action, and ultimately, Hamilton received a 10-second penalty for cutting a corner. Hamilton expressed frustration at the penalty, calling it unfair treatment by the stewards and citing “double standards.” Verstappen, avoiding a penalty himself, defended his actions and stated that everyone operates within the regulations allowed by the stewards. Despite Verstappen’s efforts in the race, a late Virtual Safety Car intervention limited him to a third-place finish, now trailing new championship leader Norris.
