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Leclerc FIA Penalty for Track Exit
Leclerc gets 5-second FIA penalty after taking lead by leaving track at Mexico City GP.
In brief
Leclerc gets 5-second FIA penalty after taking lead by leaving track at Mexico City GP. Leclerc received a 5-second penalty for leaving the track and taking the lead at Mexico City GP, costing Ferrari the win. Originally reported by Road & Track.
Race Start Incident
Leclerc moved up from third to challenge Hamilton for lead at Mexico City GP.
Track Exit Move
Leclerc took lead by leaving track in turn four, pushing Hamilton off line.
Penalty Imposed
Leclerc received 5-second penalty after FIA investigation of track exit move.
Driver Reaction
Hamilton said Leclerc's move cost Ferrari the win and they need serious talks.
Team Impact
Hamilton finished second while Leclerc dropped to fourth after penalty.
In short
Leclerc received a 5-second penalty for leaving the track and taking the lead at Mexico City GP, costing Ferrari the win.
