Colapinto and Lindblad criticize FIA for harsh penalties at Dutch GP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Franco Colapinto and Arvid Lindblad expressed concerns about the FIA stewards' decision to issue drive-through penalties during the F1 Dutch Grand Prix at Circuit Zandvoort. The penalties were handed after both drivers overtook during a yellow flag situation caused by Max Verstappen's crash. Colapinto and Lindblad stated that they acted appropriately under difficult conditions, emphasizing that the penalties compromised their races. Both drivers are seeking more flexibility from the FIA in interpreting penalties, especially in wet conditions where sudden changes occur. Their comments reflect a wider concern regarding race safety and stewarding decisions in Formula 1.
- •Colapinto and Lindblad received drive-through penalties for overtaking under yellow flags.
- •Both drivers were caught behind Verstappen's crash at the Dutch GP.
- •Colapinto noted the penalties adversely affected their race outcomes.
- •They called for more flexible interpretations of the rules under tricky conditions.
- •The incident highlights ongoing discussions about FIA stewarding consistency.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Colapinto, Lindblad Urge FIA to be Flexible after “Extremely Harsh” Dutch GP Penalty
"Franco Colapinto and Arvid Lindblad pulls up the FIA stewards on extremely harsh drive-through penalty in F1 Dutch GP aftermath Max Verstappen’s crash. Alpine’s Colapinto was behind Racing Bull’s Yuki Tsunoda, while Racing Bull’s Lindblad was behind Alpine’s Pierre Gasly…
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