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Lewis Hamilton was placed under investigation after sprint qualifying in Brazil – but why did he avoid a penalty?
Lewis Hamilton was summoned to see the F1 stewards in Brazil following sprint qualifying at the Interlagos Circuit. Despite facing disappointment from being knocked out at the end of SQ2, Hamilton was given a reprimand after failing to slow down for yellow flags. His encounter with team-mate Charles Leclerc, who had spun on his final lap, was brief and the stewards acknowledged the limited time Hamilton had to react. Despite the potential for a grid drop, Hamilton’s 11th place position remained unaffected. The stewards’ decision was based on understanding Hamilton’s limited visibility and prompt reaction to the incident. You can find the full stewards’ statement for more details.
