Oscar Piastri criticizes F1's handling of Gasly's reversed penalty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:58 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Oscar Piastri expressed strong discontent with Formula 1's recent decision to reverse Pierre Gasly's penalty from the Monaco Grand Prix during a press conference in Barcelona on June 19. Piastri described the move as "astonishing," emphasizing a lack of consistency in penalties when other teams, including Mercedes and McLaren, had also faced similar sanctions. The grid is unsettled, with rival teams now considering legal challenges to level the playing field. Piastri's remarks highlight a growing concern that outcomes may increasingly hinge on judicial decisions rather than race performance.
- •Piastri calls Gasly's penalty reversal astonishing and undermines fair competition.
- •Multiple teams served the same pit-lane penalty as Gasly without reprieve.
- •Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull consider legal action against the ruling.
- •Piastri's frustration signals a shift in F1's approach to penalties and fairness.
- •The decision could have lasting implications for how races are adjudicated.
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