P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Right now, drivers have the opportunity to ‘spend’ one particular F1 penalty and essentially get away with it. That’s making a mockery of racing, and the drivers aren’t happy with it – even if they’re now capitalising on it, having grown weary of pushing back
Formula 1 drivers, like George Russell, are increasingly frustrated with the enforcement of track limits, especially when it comes to overtaking maneuvers that involve leaving the track. Russell believes that there needs to be a change to eliminate what he calls a “get out of jail free card.” His recent overtaking move on Oscar Piastri during the United States Grand Prix drew criticism from other drivers, highlighting the issue. The concern is that the current five-second penalty given in such incidents is not enough and actually encourages premeditated moves. Russell, like Fernando Alonso, is capitalizing on this loophole in the rules, even though he doesn’t necessarily enjoy racing in this manner. It is evident that something needs to change, as this problem only affects a few circuits throughout the season.
Source: The Race
