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2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Penalty 5 sources FIA decision

Hamilton reprimanded for impeding Lawson in Azerbaijan GP practice

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Lewis Hamilton was reprimanded by FIA stewards after impeding Liam Lawson during Free Practice 2 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The incident occurred in Turn 19, with Lawson forced to take evasive action. The reprimand was confirmed in an official FIA document.

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How the sources differ

Crash.net and PlanetF1 lead on the verdict and reaction, while Motorsport.com provides detailed context on the energy harvesting. Sky Sports F1 highlights Lawson's frustration. The official FIA documents establish the summons and final reprimand, which the coverage reports but does not officially confirm.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com offers the most complete account, including technical context and the stewards' decision, with a clear image and no paywall.

FIA documents

Lewis Hamilton receives a driving reprimand for impeding Liam Lawson during Free Practice 2 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Lewis Hamilton is summoned to the stewards for allegedly impeding Liam Lawson in turn 19.

Liam Lawson is summoned to the stewards regarding an alleged impeding incident involving Lewis Hamilton in Turn 19.

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