“McLaren Support” Max Verstappen Accused Fia Cover-up Of Controversial Signal Light To Deleted His Best Lap At Qualifying Race Singapore GP
Max Verstappen has ignited a fresh controversy at the Singapore Grand Prix after accusing the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile) of a cover-up involving the deletion of his best qualifying lap. The reigning Formula 1 world champion claimed that a signal light error cost him a crucial lap during the intense qualifying session, which ultimately affected his starting position for the race.
Verstappen was pushing hard to secure pole position when his best lap was suddenly invalidated by the FIA. According to the FIA, a signal light indicating a red flag situation led to the deletion of the lap, citing safety regulations. However, Verstappen insists that no yellow flag or dangerous condition was present during his flying lap, and he believes that the signal light malfunctioned, resulting in an unjust penalty.
“I saw no red flag, no hazard on the track. Everything felt clear and safe,” Verstappen expressed in frustration after the session. “I don’t understand how the FIA can delete my lap based on a signal light that wasn’t correct. This is a cover-up. Something’s clearly gone wrong with their system, and it’s cost me big time.”
The incident has triggered significant debate in the paddock, with fans and experts questioning the FIA’s decision-making process and transparency. Verstappen’s team, Red Bull Racing, has called for an investigation, demanding clarity on how such a technical error could impact a high-stakes qualifying session.
FIA officials have so far remained tight-lipped on the situation, issuing only a brief statement confirming that the lap deletion was due to a “safety protocol breach.” They added that any further inquiries will be addressed post-race.
Verstappen, a two-time world champion and title favorite for this year, now faces a challenging race at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, starting from a much lower grid position than anticipated. Fans will be keen to see how this drama unfolds, and whether Verstappen can overcome the setback to continue his dominant form.
As the Singapore GP unfolds, the controversy surrounding Verstappen’s deleted lap could have wider implications for the FIA’s credibility and the fairness of their safety enforcement procedures in future races.
