Ferrari and Hamilton Disqualified from Chinese GP: A Hard Restart Needed
In a shocking turn of events at the Chinese Grand Prix, both Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton were disqualified from the race due to technical infringements. The disqualifications, which also affected Pierre Gasly of Alpine, were attributed to excessive wear on the car's skid blocks, breaching the Formula 1 technical regulations.
Ferrari issued a statement expressing disappointment and acknowledging the need for a thorough review of their processes. The team's performance in Shanghai has put them in a challenging position, prompting discussions about the necessity for a 'hard restart' to address the underlying issues that led to the debacle.
The incident has sparked a broader conversation about the strictness of F1's technical rules and their impact on race outcomes. Fans and experts alike are debating the fairness of the disqualifications, especially given the high stakes of the championship.
This setback for Ferrari and Hamilton underscores the intense scrutiny and precision required in Formula 1, where even minor technical deviations can lead to significant consequences on the track.
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Why is Ferrari disqualified from Chinese GP?
“Following the FIA post-race scrutineering both our cars were found not to conform to the regulations for different reasons,” Ferrari said following the confirmation of both disqualifications. “Car 16 was found to be underweight by 1kg and car 44's rearward skid wear was found to be 0.5mm below the limit.
Who was disqualified from F1?
Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc and Alpine's Pierre Gasly all faced disqualifications after Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix.
Why Ferrari dq?
Both drivers were disqualified and Ferrari issued a statement conceding their errors. “Car 16 [Leclerc's] was found to be underweight by 1kg and car 44's rearward skid wear was found to be 0.5mm below the limit.
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