FIA Alters Monaco GP Podium, Reinstating Hadjar's Position
International Court of Appeal's Decision Overturns Penalties, Impacts 2026 Season Points
The reversal in the Monaco Grand Prix result comes after the International Court of Appeal (ICA) reviewed appeals submitted by McLaren and Red Bull against the penalties applied in June's race.
Why the FIA's Decision is Back in the News
The case gained prominence because Alpine, Pierre Gasly's team, contested two five-second penalties for alleged speeding in the pit lane, claiming a 77-centimeter measurement error. The FIA accepted the argument, annulled the penalties, and returned the podium to the French driver.
What Changed in the Monaco GP Standings
With the annulment of the penalties, Gasly returns to third position, while Isack Hadjar, from Red Bull, loses the podium and drops to fourth place. The change also benefits Oscar Piastri, from McLaren, who moves from fifth to fourth place, and Racing Bulls drivers, Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad, who each advance one position.
How the Change Affects the Points Standings
In the drivers' standings, Hadjar gains three points, moving from 68 to 71, but remains in eighth place. Gasly has his score reduced from 44 to 35, maintaining tenth place, but with a smaller margin to the driver ahead. Among the teams, Racing Bulls climbs to fifth position with 70 points, while Alpine loses ground, remaining with 54 points.
Reaction from the Involved Teams
Alpine released a statement expressing disappointment with the ICA's decision, although recognizing the need to focus on the season. Red Bull, in turn, maintained Hadjar's podium position after the new deliberation. McLaren and Red Bull were the only teams that took the case to the International Court of Appeal.
Next Steps and What to Expect in Upcoming Grand Prix Races
The decision was announced before the Italian GP, maintaining the fierce battle in the Drivers' and Constructors' Championships. Teams are now focusing their efforts on the upcoming races, as the standings remain tight and point margins are small.
With information from ge, MotorSport.com.br, CNN Brasil.
Source: ge, MotorSport.com.br, CNN Brasil