Bottas spun in the pits. McLaren mechanics helped their colleagues push the car, but McLaren’s management immediately complained to the race director about Bottas’ dangerous actions. He spun after trying a faster departure from the pit stand to second gear.
Communication between the team and Michael Masim was published by F1. This year it is a novelty – in addition to the already traditional team radios, F1 also releases communication between the team and the race director.
According to Wolff, “it’s very funny how quickly some sports directors switch to the Masi canal and come up with scenarios like Armageddon.”
“It’s good that these channels have been made available now, so we can all laugh,” Wolff said.
“On the other hand, Valtteri spun in the pitlane and could have injured someone. Even if it was at walking speed, it can still seriously hurt someone. I understand the punishment. “
“Does it seem strict to me? I find it cruel, especially to someone like Valtteri, who never steps aside. He gave his explanation very honestly and plainly. “
“Many others would come out and say, ‘I don’t know what happened, the sponsorship sign on the ground was slippery and there is a real need to change the place where it is drawn. I didn’t know anything could happen. ‘ But he said, ‘I left, I tried to optimize my departure and I lost control.’ “
“We should have a little more integrity in the paddock than Valtteri has. And this also applies to those who push a button very quickly and moan and whine. “
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