Formula 1, in its simplest terms, is a series of races using single-seat open-wheel cars, approved by the International Automobile Federation. A lot of racing also brings a lot of scandal.
The Liegate scandal that took place in Australia during the 2009 season, although its name is not widely heard, When you look at the inside of the situation, it is full of turmoil. It is a race that seems to happen.
Well, so to speak, Formula 1 What happened in Liegate, the most ridiculous scandal?
This scandal largely revolves around Lewis Hamilton and Jarno Trulli.
The first lap of the race, Hamilton finishes in 13th place and Trulli in 15th place, and the duo continues their rise. By the 55th lap of the race, Trulli rose to 5th place and Hamilton to 6th place. However, at the end of the race, Trulli is given a 25-second penalty for passing Hamilton under the safety car.
For this reason, Trulli suddenly falls to 12th place and It is announced that Lewis Hamilton finished the race in 3rd place. Trulli after the race “Hamilton passed me, then pulled over and slowed down suddenly. “I thought he had a problem, I had no choice but to pass.” said.
Hamilton regarding the incident “I passed the Trulli under the yellow flags, took my place and finished 3rd” he said.
Toyota appealed this conclusion but was rejected for lack of evidence.
But after a short time New evidence had emerged through radio conversations. With this new information, it turned out that the race referees were actually misled.
Team Hamilton, He said he should give the position back to Trulli and Hamilton did as requested by slowing down and pulling back.
Trulli then slowed down and tried to give Hamilton the position back. It became clear that Hamilton had not passed him again.
The two players were subsequently called to the referee’s room and given a chance to change their statements.
However, the duo did not do what was expected and did not change their statements and continued to insist on their untrue statements. In summary, Hamilton was humiliated by his teammates and for this reason was disqualified from the race. Again, his insistence on not telling the truth caused him to be banned from racing for 1 year.
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