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The FIA has issued a statement after what it called the “most productive” meeting
The FIA recently held a highly successful meeting with F1 drivers to discuss overtaking guidelines, prompted by controversial incidents involving Max Verstappen and Lando Norris during the US and Mexico City Grands Prix. Norris lost his podium finish to Verstappen after a penalty for overtaking off-track at Turn 12 in the US, and a subsequent incident in Mexico saw Verstappen penalized for forcing Norris off at Turn 4. The meeting aimed to clarify racing rules, especially regarding when drivers should yield approaching corners. The collaboration between the governing body and drivers in this meeting was praised for its productivity and constructive nature, with a focus on improving the Driving Standard Guidelines for the benefit of all involved. Stewards emphasized their role in providing a fair and level playing field, with an open-door policy for drivers to discuss decisions and potential rule tweaks, aiming for consistency and mutual agreement on driving standards within the sport.
