Hamilton assesses Mexico penalty as Ferrari label it ‘harsh’

Lewis Hamilton received a 10-second penalty at the Mexico City Grand Prix for gaining a lasting advantage by leaving the track during a close battle with Max Verstappen. The incident saw Hamilton cut across the grass after locking up while attempting to repass Verstappen, ultimately rejoining ahead of him. Serving the penalty during his pit stop, the Ferrari driver's promising race for a podium finished in eighth. Hamilton defended his actions, stating he did his best to rejoin safely, while Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur deemed the 10-second sanction "harsh," arguing it was overly severe and cost them several positions.