In an unexpected twist that rocked the Paddock of Formula 1, the International Automobile Federation (FIA) announced a severe sanction against Lewis Hamilton after discovering new evidence linked to an incident in the Monaco Grand Prix 2025. The decision, announced a few minutes ago, caused an outcry among the fans and the experts Additional for the seven -time world champion. This new episode in Monaco adds even more drama to an already emotional season.
During the qualifications of the Monaco GP, Hamilton was penalized with three places on the grid for having embarrassed Max Verstappen in Q2. The Briton, during his first season with Ferrari, blocked the Red Bull driver in the third sector of the Monaco layout, a circuit where traffic is a constant challenge. According to the official FIA press release (Document 32), Hamilton has violated article 37.5 of the Sports Regulation of Formula 1 by “allegedly obstructed car number 1 at turn 3 to 4:15 pm”. This initial penalty relegated Hamilton to seventh position, for the benefit of Fernando Alonso, who went back to sixth place.
However, new evidence presented today suggest a more in -depth analysis of the incident. Although the specific details have not yet been made public, sources close to the FIA suggest that this is telemetry and radio communications data which could indicate a deliberate action or a more serious error on the part of the Ferrari team. This observation led the FIA to impose an additional penalty, the exact nature of which arouses speculation.
The sanction sparked a wave of reactions. Max Verstappen, who initially minimized Hamilton’s guilt, attributing the incident to a communication error from the Ferrari team, expressed his frustration after the qualifications: “It is not pleasant when a car blocks you at high speed. Despite this, the Dutchman said that he had already spoken to Hamilton and that he did not hold him directly. However, with this new sanction, tensions between Red Bull and Ferrari could intensify.
For his part, Hamilton, visibly disappointed after finishing fifth in Monaco, commented that the race was already compromised by the initial penalty: “Leaving seventh in Monaco is a death sentence. It’s hard to invent something to come back to a circuit like this. The new sanction could mean a financial penalty, a loss of points in the championship, even a suspension for the next race, which would be a hard blow for Ferrari in his struggle for the title of the manufacturers.
The Monaco 2025 Grand Prix had already been a controversial event. Lando Norris took pole position with record time of less than 70 seconds, while Hamilton’s teammate at Ferrari, Charles Leclerc, could not capitalize on his domination during free tests. The race was marked by conservative strategies due to the difficulty of overtaking in Monaco, and Hamilton’s initial penalty had already limited its chances. This new penalty could have consequences beyond the sporting aspect, affecting the morale of the team and the relationship between Hamilton and his race engineer, Riccardo Adami, following tense radio exchanges.
Fans on social networks are divided. Some defend Hamilton, arguing that the FIA is too strict, while others believe that the rules should be strictly applied to guarantee security and equity. On platforms like Facebook, Formula 1 publications often generate a lot of commitment, especially when they involve charismatic characters like Hamilton. This new sanction will undoubtedly fuel debates and sharing in the coming hours.
While the Spanish Grand Prix is fast approaching, Ferrari has to pull himself together. Hamilton’s arrival in the Italian team has sparked enormous expectations, but incidents like this, coupled with an accident in the climb of the casino during free tests, spoiled its beginnings. Ferrari’s boss, Frédéric Vasseur, denied rumors of internal friction, but the pressure rises.
Formula 1 remains an unpredictable spectacle, and this new chapter in Monaco proves it. Will Hamilton manage to overcome this reverse and prove its value with Ferrari? The eyes of the world of motorsport are riveted on him. Share your reflections in the comments and join the conversation on the future of F1.
