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Lewis Hamilton Slapped with FIA Punishment in Shocking Grand Prix Incident

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
April 4, 2025
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Lewis Hamilton Slapped with FIA Punishment in Shocking Grand Prix Incident

Formula One F1 - Japanese Grand Prix - Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan - April 3, 2025 Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton during a press conference ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix REUTERS/Issei Kato

Lewis Hamilton Faces FIA Wrath at Japanese Grand Prix

In a shocking turn of events at the Japanese Grand Prix, Formula 1 superstar Lewis Hamilton found himself on the receiving end of an FIA punishment alongside another driver after Friday’s practice sessions. The drama unfolded following an impressive performance by Hamilton during the FP2 session, where he outperformed his teammate and secured a fourth-place time. However, his success was short-lived as he came under investigation for allegedly disregarding the race director’s instructions.

The controversy stemmed from a practice start that Hamilton executed at the end of the pitlane, leading to accusations of overtaking cars to reach his designated practice start position. The official FIA report concluded that Hamilton had violated the sporting regulations, resulting in a stern warning for both him and his Ferrari team. Lance Stroll from Aston Martin also received a warning for a similar offense, as revealed in a separate FIA communication.

This latest incident adds to the scrutiny surrounding Hamilton and Ferrari, especially following the high-profile disqualification of Hamilton and his teammate Charles Leclerc in China. Despite the setbacks, Hamilton remains optimistic about the team’s resilience and positive outlook, even as they currently sit in fifth place in the constructors’ championship with only 17 points from the first two races.

Hamilton’s tenure at Ferrari has been marred by challenges, with just one point accumulated from his initial two full-length races. However, a victory in a sprint race has somewhat salvaged his performance. The official statement from the FIA regarding Hamilton’s transgression emphasized the importance of adhering to regulations and the right to appeal decisions within the established framework.

As the F1 season unfolds, all eyes are on Hamilton and Ferrari, with fans and pundits eagerly awaiting their next move on the track. Will Hamilton rise above the controversies and lead Ferrari to glory, or will further clashes with the FIA derail their championship ambitions? The stakes are higher than ever as the drama continues to unfold in the world of Formula 1.

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