Lewis Hamilton plans to speak with FIA officials following the Hungarian Grand Prix, where race stewards indicated he “could have done more to avoid” a collision with Max Verstappen. The incident occurred during the final stages of the race, with Verstappen being launched skywards and subsequently losing a position to Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc as he rejoined the track.
Post-race, the stewards decided that no further action was necessary after reviewing telemetry data and hearing from both drivers. The FIA document stated that neither driver was predominantly at fault, despite Verstappen’s assertion that it was a case of “changing direction under braking” and the suggestion that Hamilton could have avoided the collision.
Hamilton expressed surprise at the stewards’ conclusion, noting that he felt it was a straightforward racing incident. He emphasized that at the end of the maneuver, he had left ample space on the track, implying that he was not in control when the wheels were locked.
While both drivers were seen shaking hands after the race in Hungary, indicating a willingness to move past the incident, Hamilton clarified that they did not have a detailed conversation about it. He mentioned the possibility of discussing the matter further during the drivers’ parade at the upcoming Belgian Grand Prix at Spa.
This crash is the latest in a series of on-track clashes between Hamilton and Verstappen, dating back to their intense rivalry during the 2021 title race.
