Lewis Hamilton responded coolly and decisively to Fernando Alonso’s recent call for tougher penalties in Formula 1 following the chaotic Monaco Grand Prix. After the FIA ​​launched a sudden investigation into some maneuvers during the race, particularly in the early laps on a wet track, Alonso had publicly called for a stricter review of the regulations to prevent dangerous behavior. However, Hamilton’s response was terse, unexpected, and comprised of just seven words: “They always talk, but they never change anything.”

A statement that perfectly sums up the seven-time world champion’s disenchantment with the penalty management system in Formula 1. The Mercedes driver, who finished the Monaco race in fifth place after a cautious strategy, avoided any direct involvement in the controversy, preferring to focus on his performance and the future evolution of the championship. Despite growing pressure among teams and drivers for greater consistency from the FIA ​​in its decisions, Hamilton hinted that, in his opinion, a lot of words don’t lead to real change.

The context of the investigation has attracted the attention of the media and enthusiasts. According to some sources, the FIA ​​was analyzing the behavior of several drivers at the start, when grip was at its limit and several cars were very close to contact. Alonso, for his part, had pointed the finger at those who “play with fire” in the opening corners, calling for the governing body to intervene more decisively. His position, however, was not shared by everyone, and Hamilton is the clearest proof of this.

The exchange between two of the paddock’s strongest personalities reflects a growing climate of tension, fueled also by an increasingly competitive championship and internal political strategies within the teams. Hamilton, who has a history of heated duels with Alonso since his time at McLaren in 2007, doesn’t seem to want to fuel the controversy further, but at the same time, he didn’t miss the opportunity to make a subtle and cutting dig.

While we await the final results of the FIA’s investigation and any official action, Hamilton’s words remain as an implicit criticism of the entire decision-making system of the Circus. The general impression is that, despite the proclamations, there is still a long way to go to ensure consistent and respected application of the regulations. Meanwhile, the championship continues and the protagonists already look ahead to the next round, aware that every statement, even the briefest, can have enormous weight in the narrative of the season.