Hamilton given five-place grid drop for Italian GP
Summary
Lewis Hamilton received a five-place grid penalty for the Italian Grand Prix because he did not slow down enough under yellow flags before the Dutch Grand Prix. Both Hamilton and Charles Leclerc crashed in the Dutch race, affecting Ferrari's standing in the championship.Key Facts
- Hamilton got a penalty for not slowing under double yellow flags before the Dutch Grand Prix.
- The usual penalty is a 10-place grid drop, but it was reduced to five places because Hamilton tried to brake earlier.
- Hamilton and his teammate Charles Leclerc both crashed during the Dutch Grand Prix.
- Ferrari is currently second in the constructors' championship, with Mercedes closing the gap to 12 points.
- Hamilton's crash happened after he lost control on a wet track.
- Leclerc was taken out of the race by another driver’s move at the same corner.
- Hamilton is in his first season with Ferrari and is currently sixth in the drivers’ championship.
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