P1 with Matt and Tommy Qatar GP Race Review
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Dec 1, 2024 The race in Qatar sparked more drama than excitement, mainly due to a rogue wing mirror and FIA mismanagement. Discussions centered around controversial penalties impacting driver safety and the unpredictability surrounding the Championship finale. Rivalries heated up, especially between Russell and Verstappen, with tensions felt in the stewards' room. The hosts also humorously predicted racing outcomes and shared light-hearted moments about their adventures and sandwich preferences, creating a lively and entertaining atmosphere.
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FIA Incompetence: Wing Mirror Debacle
- The FIA's delayed response to Alex Albon's detached wing mirror in the Qatar GP caused punctures for Lewis Hamilton and Carlos Sainz.
- The hosts criticize the FIA's inaction despite the obvious danger, noting the camera operator even anticipated the incident.
Potential Driver Strike and FIA Unrest
- Drivers could theoretically strike against the FIA due to ongoing issues like race director changes and inconsistent penalties.
- There's unrest within the FIA, exemplified by conflicting narratives around Niels Wittich's departure.
Lando Norris's Stop-Go Penalty Debate
- Lando Norris received a stop-go penalty for not slowing down under double waved yellow flags, despite the lack of immediate danger.
- The hosts debate the penalty's harshness, acknowledging the rulebook's strictness but questioning its application in this specific context.