P1racenews AI automatic summary:
George Russell was awarded a drive-through penalty during the Monaco Grand Prix, and the FIA has outlined why his punishment was so severe.
The FIA clarified the reasoning behind George Russell’s harsh penalty at the Monaco Grand Prix due to him gaining an advantage by cutting a chicane.
Russell intentionally skipped the Nouvelle Chicane on lap 50 to pass Alex Albon, prompting the stewards to take strict action against him.
The stewards had warned teams before the race about potential penalties for similar offenses at that specific corner, indicating a zero-tolerance policy.
Russell chose to accept the drive-through penalty imposed on him, showing compliance with the officials’ decision.
Ultimately, Russell’s penalty served as a deterrent for other drivers, preventing further infractions during the race.
The stewards’ decision and the rationale behind it are detailed in the official FIA document.
