FIA directives questioned after Bahrain GP formation lap farce

First reported 2 days, 3 hours ago · latest 5 hours ago

Sky Sports F1's David Croft criticised the FIA after a software glitch caused chaotic formation lap scenes at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, with several drivers slowing or stopping. The incident drew fresh reaction two days on.

Oscar Piastri Fernando Alonso

How the sources differ

Sky Sports F1 leads on David Croft's criticism of the FIA and the 'farce' of the formation lap, while PlanetF1 adds untelevised team radio from Oscar Piastri and Fernando Alonso's perspective, focusing on driver reactions.

Recommended first read: Sky Sports F1 provides the most complete overview of the incident, including the FIA directive questioning and the chaotic scenes, with an image.

FIA directives questioned after Bahrain GP formation lap farce

How the sources differ

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