Lewis Hamilton could reportedly find himself facing questions from the FIA following his decision to continue driving his damaged Ferrari after his FP3 crash. The incident has sparked attention because the car was visibly compromised, raising concerns over whether continuing on track was the right call.
Hamilton’s crash left his Ferrari in a damaged condition, but rather than bringing the car to an immediate halt, the seven-time world champion continued driving. While the decision may have been made with the intention of getting the car back to the pits safely, it has nevertheless raised questions about the regulations governing damaged cars on track.
The FIA is now likely to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine whether Hamilton’s actions breached any sporting or safety regulations. Even if no punishment ultimately follows, the situation could still become a talking point heading into the next stages of the weekend.
For Ferrari, the incident is another complication during an already demanding weekend. The team will want to ensure Hamilton’s car is repaired and ready for the next session, while also avoiding any additional sporting consequences that could make matters worse.
Hamilton will now be hoping the incident does not develop into a bigger problem. With the FIA potentially taking a closer look at what happened, the Ferrari star could have more to worry about than simply recovering from his FP3 crash.
