P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen has moved onto eight penalty points in the last 12 months.
Max Verstappen’s 10-second time penalty in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was a result of a collision with Oscar Piastri on the opening lap of the race. Starting in fourth place, Verstappen tried to overtake Piastri, who was in second place on the grid, but the move led to contact between the two drivers. Verstappen’s penalty pushed him back to the midfield, ultimately finishing in sixth position. The incident was reviewed by the stewards, who found Verstappen at fault for the collision and awarded him two penalty points in addition to the time penalty. Verstappen’s team-mate Sergio Perez retired on the first lap of the race, further complicating Red Bull’s day at the Yas Marina Circuit in the season finale.
