George Russell and Charles Leclerc face investigations for multiple incidents during a chaotic final lap at the Miami Grand Prix, which saw significant repercussions for several top drivers. The events unfolded at the Miami International Autodrome, where Russell collided with Max Verstappen while battling for position.
Documents show that Russell’s contact with Verstappen occurred as they raced towards the finish line, resulting in damage to Russell’s front wing. Ultimately, he finished ahead of Leclerc, who experienced a spin that dropped him to sixth place after sustaining damage to his car from hitting the wall.
Additionally, sources indicate that Leclerc is under investigation for leaving the track and gaining an advantage during the race. Verstappen also faces scrutiny for crossing the pit exit line, adding to the tension of an already fraught situation.
The Miami Grand Prix proved to be particularly tumultuous on its final lap, as Kimi Antonelli secured victory—his third consecutive win—extending his championship lead over Russell to 20 points. Observers noted that this chaotic conclusion highlighted the tight competition among top teams like Mercedes, Red Bull, and Ferrari.
Key incidents from the final lap:
- Russell made contact with Verstappen at Turn 17.
- Leclerc spun out and hit the wall, damaging his vehicle.
- Verstappen finished fifth after a series of aggressive overtakes.
Lando Norris remarked on the situation, questioning how they did not secure a win despite being in contention. The stewards will investigate a slew of late-race incidents involving these prominent drivers, with a ruling expected shortly.