FIA Announces Lewis Hamilton’s Penalty Verdict after Au…read more.
The FIA has officially delivered its verdict on Lewis Hamilton following a review of his actions during the Austrian Grand Prix. After extensive analysis by race stewards, Hamilton has received a formal reprimand for exceeding track limits during the race — a ruling that has sparked a mix of reactions from fans and analysts alike.
The incident occurred during a tense portion of the race when Hamilton was battling for position. Stewards determined that the seven-time world champion repeatedly ran wide on key corners, breaching the strict track limit regulations enforced at the Red Bull Ring. Though the violations did not ultimately affect the podium standings, they were enough to warrant scrutiny from the officials.
In their official statement, the FIA confirmed that Hamilton would not receive a time penalty, as the infractions were not deemed to have provided a significant advantage. Instead, he was issued a driving reprimand — his first of the season — along with a warning that future infractions could carry harsher consequences.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff responded to the decision by expressing his support for the FIA’s fairness, stating, “We respect the stewards’ ruling and will continue to work with Lewis to stay within the limits. It’s part of the challenge at circuits like this.”
Hamilton, speaking after the race, remained composed: “It was a tough race. I pushed as hard as I could while trying to keep it clean. We’ll regroup and look ahead to the next one.”
The ruling ensures that Hamilton retains his position in the championship standings, with his eyes now set on bouncing back stronger at the upcoming British Grand Prix — a race he has historically dominated. Fans will be eager to see how he responds under pressure.
