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Verstappen’s Controversial Move Sparks Fierce Debate: Did He Deserve Harsher Penalty?

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
April 25, 2025
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Verstappen’s Controversial Move Sparks Fierce Debate: Did He Deserve Harsher Penalty?

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - APRIL 20: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 runs wide as Oscar Piastri of Australia driving the (81) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes leads George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W16 and the rest of the field at the start during the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on April 20, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504200304 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen’s controversial move at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix has sparked a heated debate in the Formula 1 world. The Dutch driver, known for his aggressive racing style, cut the chicane during a battle for the lead, ultimately not relinquishing his position to his rival. This action resulted in a mere 5-second penalty for Verstappen, a decision that has left many questioning the stewards’ judgment.

The founder of the former F1 team, Gian Carlo Minardi, has joined the chorus of dissenting voices, expressing his disagreement with the leniency of Verstappen’s penalty. According to Minardi, a drive-through penalty would have been more appropriate given the advantage gained by the Red Bull driver. In a statement on his official website, Minardi criticized the stewards’ decision, stating, “I believe that 5 seconds were too few considering the advantage obtained from his action. He had all the time to recover, crossing the finish line in second place just over 2 seconds behind the Australian (Piastri). A drive-through penalty would have been more consistent.”

The incident has reignited the ongoing discussion around the consistency and effectiveness of the stewarding decisions in Formula 1. Fans and experts alike have been divided on whether Verstappen’s penalty was sufficient to address his breach of track limits. With the championship battle between Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton intensifying, every decision by the stewards is under scrutiny.

As the season progresses and the title fight reaches its climax, the role of stewards in ensuring fair play and enforcing the rules will continue to be a topic of great importance. The Verstappen incident serves as a reminder of the fine margins and tough calls that can ultimately shape the outcome of races and championships in Formula 1.

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