Max Verstappen will receive a five-place grid penalty at the Brazilian Grand Prix due to an engine change by Red Bull.
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen has been handed a five-place grid penalty for the upcoming Brazilian Grand Prix, as confirmed by the FIA. The governing body of Formula 1 has announced that Verstappen will incur a five-place grid penalty due to the installation of a new internal combustion engine.
The decision to replace the engine follows weeks of uncertainty surrounding Verstappen's Honda power unit's condition. After experiencing earlier technical difficulties that necessitated new parts, the team opted to introduce a new internal combustion engine. Earlier in the season, the Dutch driver had already faced a 10-place grid penalty at the Belgian Grand Prix. However, the focus by Red Bull to replace only the internal combustion engine, while keeping other components intact, kept the penalty to a minimum.
With only a few rounds remaining in the 2024 season, each race bears significant weight for the drivers and constructors. Red Bull is currently positioned in the third position, 25 points behind Ferrari in the Constructors' Championship.The penalty is imposed in accordance with Article 42.3 .
"Decisions of the Stewards are taken independently of the FIA and are based solely on the relevant regulations, guidelines and evidence presented."Verstappen is currently holding onto the top spot in the Drivers' Championship. However, in recent weeks he has seen strong pressure from McLaren's Lando Norris and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.Lydia is the lead editor of F1 editorial.
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