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At the end of the year, one topic always arises in F1: grid penalties. Which of the top drivers still fear a grid penalty in the final eight races? RacingNews365 has the list
Max Verstappen, along with several other top Formula 1 drivers, faces the risk of a grid penalty due to a recent decision by Red Bull to swap his power unit.
Verstappen now shares this precarious situation with McLaren’s Piastri and Norris, Leclerc of Ferrari, as well as Russell from Mercedes, as all five are nearing the limit for engine changes this season.
Having already taken penalties, drivers like Hamilton, Tsunoda, and Antonelli have crossed this threshold earlier in the year, leading to potential additional sanctions if further engine changes are necessary.
Drivers are allowed a set number of engine component changes per season, with penalties imposed for exceeding these limits, making strategic management of power units crucial for performance throughout the championship.
Despite the strict regulations, teams still have some room to maneuver by potentially reverting to previously used engines within their allocation, offering a chance to delay penalties and optimize performance for key races later in the season.
