Hamilton responds to Verstappen's penalty claim during Austrian Grand Prix
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 10:56 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Lewis Hamilton addressed remarks from Max Verstappen during the ongoing Austrian Grand Prix, where Verstappen suggested Hamilton should have faced a penalty for his defensive maneuvers in the early stages of the race. Hamilton dismissed the claim, stating that the defense was legitimate. Tensions between the two drivers have been a recurring theme this season, contributing to the competition's intensity. The race continues, with both drivers in pursuit of critical championship points.
- •Hamilton dismissed Verstappen's penalty claim during the race.
- •Verstappen suggested Hamilton's early defense warranted a penalty.
- •The Austrian Grand Prix remains underway.
- •Both drivers are integral to the current championship battle.
- •Tensions between Hamilton and Verstappen continue to rise this season.
- 11:43 AMESPN F1 — Hamilton dismisses Verstappen's penalty remark
"Lewis Hamilton has dismissed Max Verstappen's in-race claim that he should have been penalised for the way he defended position in the early stages of the Austrian Grand Prix.
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