The FIA has officially concluded its investigation into the on-track incident involving Lewis Hamilton and Carlos Sainz during the Miami Grand Prix, handing down a verdict that has clarified one of the race’s most discussed moments.
While the details of the penalty or lack thereof were not fully disclosed in the initial summary, the stewards’ decision followed a review of footage and data from the incident. It came after visible tensions arose between the teams, notably Mercedes and Ferrari.
Following the Grand Prix, Hamilton revealed he had a heated exchange with Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur. According to the seven-time world champion, things became tense enough that he felt the need to tell Vasseur to “calm down.”
“There was definitely some heat in the paddock,” Hamilton admitted. “Fred was very animated, and I just told him to relax. Emotions run high in these situations, but we’ve got to keep it professional.”
Meanwhile, Carlos Sainz shed some light on his own experience in Miami, sharing that he fell asleep between sessions on a difficult Saturday. “It’s not something I normally do, but I was physically and mentally drained,” Sainz said.
In a weekend full of drama, Mercedes driver George Russell was notably absent from the usual post-race press duties. The team later confirmed that he was feeling unwell, prompting speculation about his fitness heading into the next round.
Elsewhere, the FIA also confirmed that Max Verstappen and Lando Norris had lap times deleted during qualifying due to track limit violations. This adjustment opened the door for Oscar Piastri, who seized the opportunity to claim a standout victory.
Fans also voiced frustration over the sky-high prices of food and beverages at the Miami Grand Prix. F1 photographer Kym Illman posted photos online of the cost breakdown, which quickly went viral.
The Miami Grand Prix, now in its fourth year, continues to be a source of both excitement and controversy, on and off the track.