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Mercedes and Ferrari Face Shocking Late FIA Inspection Ahead of Dutch GP Showdown!

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
August 28, 2025
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Mercedes and Ferrari Face Shocking Late FIA Inspection Ahead of Dutch GP Showdown!

Formula One F1 - Hungarian Grand Prix - Hungaroring, Budapest, Hungary - August 2, 2025 Mercedes' George Russell during qualifying REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

F1 SCANDAL: Mercedes and Ferrari Under the Microscope in Shocking FIA Inspection!

In a dramatic turn of events ahead of the highly anticipated Dutch Grand Prix, the FIA has revealed the results of an unexpected inspection that has left the motorsport world buzzing. The spotlight fell on George Russell’s Mercedes and Charles Leclerc’s iconic Ferrari, as both teams found themselves under scrutiny following a lackluster performance during the previous race in Budapest.

In a race where the McLaren duo of Lando Norris and championship leader Oscar Piastri dominated, with Norris clinching P1 and Piastri hot on his heels at P2, Russell managed to squeeze into third place. However, Leclerc faced a disappointing fourth, a result that left both teams itching to improve as F1’s summer break loomed.

Following the Hungarian Grand Prix, the FIA implemented its routine procedure of randomly selecting vehicles from the top 10 finishers for thorough inspections, and the fate of Russell and Leclerc’s cars was sealed. This inspection was no mere formality; it was a deep dive into the technical aspects of their machines. The FIA’s investigation included a detailed examination of the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) for both cars, conducted at the supplier’s facility, ensuring that every detail was scrutinized.

The FIA’s meticulous checks extended beyond just the TPMS. Both the Mercedes and Ferrari teams were summoned to account for their vehicles, alongside Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso, who also faced further inspections. The FIA’s team went to work validating various components of Russell’s and Leclerc’s cars, including the critical on-car wiring harnesses. They aimed to ensure that the communication lines were flawless and that the anti-tamper seals on the vehicles remained intact.

After extensive evaluations, the FIA delivered a resounding confirmation: all inspected components adhered to the stringent 2025 F1 technical regulations. Russell, Leclerc, and Alonso emerged unscathed, their teams cleared of any wrongdoing, allowing them to focus their energies on the forthcoming showdown at Zandvoort.

The stakes are higher than ever as these elite drivers prepare to reclaim their standings on the racetrack. With the FIA’s inspection behind them, Russell and Leclerc now have the green light to put their full efforts into the battle ahead.

F1 FANS, GET READY: This weekend in Zandvoort promises to be a thrilling spectacle as these racing titans gear up for what could be a pivotal moment in the 2025 season. Will Mercedes and Ferrari bounce back, or will McLaren continue to reign supreme? Stay tuned, because the action is just getting started!

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