F1, Sainz appeal rejected: Ferrari’s irritation

F1, Sainz appeal rejected: Ferrari’s irritation

The Fia has decided to reject Ferrari’s appeal to review the penalty of Sainz, who was punished by commissioners in Australia by dropping from fourth to 12th place in the standings.

The Cavallino issued a statement on the matter, “We recognize the FIA’s decision not to grant us a right of review in relation to the penalty imposed on Carlos Sainz in the 2023 Australian Grand Prix. We are naturally disappointed and believed we had provided new, significant and sufficient elements for the FIA to review the decision, especially in the context of the regular conditions and multiple incidents that occurred during the final restart.”

“However, we are respectful of the process and the FIA’s decision. We now look forward to a broader discussion with the FIA, F1 and all teams, with the goal of further improving our sport’s policy to ensure the highest level of fairness and consistency that our sport deserves.