Politics · Singapore Bureau
FIA strips Gasly of Monaco podium, reinstates Hadjar in third
Formula One's governing body has overturned Pierre Gasly's third-place finish at the Monaco Grand Prix, promoting Red Bull's Isack Hadjar to the podium in a ruling that marks the second demotion for the Alpine driver.
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The International Automobile Federation (FIA) appeal court issued the decision on Friday, reversing an earlier outcome from the June race held at the principality. Hadjar moves up to claim third place on the final podium, while Gasly loses the points associated with the position.
The ruling represents the second time Gasly has been penalised following the Monaco round. The circumstances leading to the latest FIA decision were not immediately detailed, though the reinstatement of Hadjar suggests a breach of technical or sporting regulations by the Alpine vehicle during the race.
The outcome affects the championship standings, with points redistributed accordingly. Gasly's demotion from the podium also removes valuable constructor points from Alpine's tally in the ongoing season.
The FIA's appeal court decision underscores the governing body's thorough scrutiny of races, particularly those contested among top teams. The Monaco Grand Prix remains one of Formula One's most prestigious and closely watched events on the calendar.