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Red Bull was furious with Max Verstappen’s penalty in Saudi Arabia, with some questioning if a change is required in the FIA’s approach to certain incidents.
The FIA faced criticism from Formula 1 fans after penalizing Max Verstappen during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix for an incident involving leaving the track and gaining an advantage over Oscar Piastri. Despite protests from Red Bull, Verstappen received a five-second penalty, ultimately losing the race victory. In previous cases, drivers who returned illegally-gained positions were not penalized, prompting discussions on whether the FIA should prioritize instructing drivers to return positions over issuing time penalties. Fans are divided on this issue, with some advocating for a change in the decision-making process. Have your say by participating in the poll to voice your opinion on the matter!
