Tsunoda handed 10-place grid drop for Canadian GP

Yuki Tsunoda has been handed a 10-place grid penalty for the Canadian Grand Prix following a red flag infringement during Free Practice 3. The incident occurred when the session was halted due to debris on track at the 'Wall of Champions,' after Nico Hulkenberg and Oscar Piastri both made contact with the barrier, resulting in Piastri's McLaren suffering a puncture. Stewards investigated Tsunoda for allegedly overtaking Piastri under red flag conditions, a serious breach of regulations designed to ensure driver safety. Following a post-session hearing, the decision was made to impose the grid drop, a penalty consistent with that given to Ollie Bearman for a similar offense in Monaco. This penalty will significantly impact Tsunoda's qualifying efforts, forcing him to start further down the grid regardless of his performance. The decision underscores the FIA's strict enforcement of red flag procedures, highlighting the paramount importance of safety protocols in Formula 1.