Summary
Lewis Hamilton penalised with a three-place grid drop for unnecessarily impeding Oscar Piastri during qualifying.
Explanation
The stewards found that Lewis Hamilton (Car 44) unnecessarily impeded Oscar Piastri (Car 81) during qualifying. Hamilton was travelling at reduced speed on the racing line after completing a fast lap and did not receive the team radio warning about Piastri approaching on a push lap. Piastri was forced to abort his lap. The penalty is a drop of three grid positions for the next Sprint or Race in which Hamilton participates.
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Referenced regulations
FIA F1 Regulations - Article B4.1.1
B4.1.1 Any driver taking part in any LTCS who, in the opinion of the stewards, stops unnecessarily on the circuit or unnecessarily impedes another driver shall be subject to the penalties referred to in Article B1.9.4.
B4.1.2 Should it become necessary to stop any LTCS, the Race Director will order red flags to be shown at
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