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Unjust Penalty Sparks Outrage: Lawson’s Harsh Punishment Raises Eyebrows

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
April 22, 2025
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Unjust Penalty Sparks Outrage: Lawson’s Harsh Punishment Raises Eyebrows

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - APRIL 20: Liam Lawson of New Zealand and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls walks to the grid prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on April 20, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504220647 // Usage for editorial use only //

In a shocking turn of events, the controversial penalty imposed on Liam Lawson has sparked outrage and debate within the racing community. The young driver was penalized for an incident that many argue did not warrant such harsh consequences, especially when compared to similar infractions by other drivers.

Following the drama surrounding Max Verstappen’s penalty at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, where he was penalized for failing to yield position after cutting a corner, Liam Lawson found himself in the crosshairs of the stewards for a similar offense. Despite completing an overtake before Turn 1, Lawson was deemed to have gained an unfair advantage by carrying too much speed into the corner, ultimately resulting in a 10-second penalty being added to his race time.

While the stewards defended their decision by claiming Lawson did not successfully complete the overtake without running wide, many have scrutinized the severity of the penalty. Videos of the incident raise doubts about whether Lawson truly gained an advantage, as his attempt to rejoin the track after running wide seemed to impede his rival rather than benefit him.

The stringent penalty cost Lawson a crucial position in the race standings, pushing him out of the points and overshadowing an otherwise competitive performance. Had it not been for the controversial penalty, Lawson could have been in contention for a points finish, showcasing the fine line between fair competition and harsh officiating in the world of Formula 1.

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