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Time penalty for unsafe release will apply even if no advantage is gained
Michael Masi has confirmed changes to the unsafe release penalty system. During the German Grand Prix, the Ferrari crew let Charles Leclerc depart the pit box as Romain Grosjean was driving by. The two had a mini tangle and Ferrari picked up a fine. This punishment was received with criticism as teams such as Ferrari won't be that bothered by a cash fine, whereas time in a race would be more troublesome to them. The penalty might not be strong enough and therefore teams might be more willing to 'risk' it. This adds danger to those walking around the pit area. Masi, the Formula 1 race director, decided that something needed to change so that teams will get a heavier punishment. ...
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