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FIA decision on British GP questioned by former Alpine boss

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:05 PM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

FIA decision on British GP questioned by former Alpine boss

Summary

In the aftermath of the British Grand Prix, Otmar Szafnauer, former team principal of Alpine, criticized the FIA for not red-flagging the race after Max Verstappen's late retirement. The race concluded under a safety car, with Charles Leclerc taking his first victory of the season. Szafnauer argued that a red flag could have set the stage for a more exciting conclusion. The FIA's decision has sparked debate among fans and analysts about race management and finishing procedures.

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By the Numbers

•Otmar Szafnauer claimed FIA missed a dramatic finish opportunity.
•The race ended under a safety car following Verstappen's retirement.
•Leclerc secured his first win of the season at Silverstone.
•Debate continues on proper race management by the FIA.

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What they're saying

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Former Formula 1 team principal Otmar Szafnauer has argued that the FIA missed a prime opportunity to deliver a spectacular finish to the British Grand Prix, insisting the race should have been red-flagged following Max Verstappen's late retirement. The Silverstone race ended behind the safety car. Charles Leclerc secured a much-needed victory, his first of the season, taking the chequered flag ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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