Red Bull and McLaren have given the FIA notice of their intention to appeal the decision to change the result of last Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix. The stewards ruled in favor of Alpine's request to have Pierre Gasly's pit lane penalties rescinded, reinstating him to third place. However, this decision has caused chaos in the F1 paddock, with multiple teams opposing the outcome.
Three teams, including Red Bull, their junior outfit Racing Bulls, and McLaren, spoke during the hearing to argue against Alpine's case. Despite their objections, the stewards found in favor of the Enstone team. Now, the rivals are preparing to appeal the ruling.
Gasly Reinstated to Podium
Earlier on Friday, it was confirmed that Gasly had been reinstated to third place for the Monte Carlo race after Alpine's Right of Review case against his pit lane penalties was successful. The original penalties had cost Gasly a podium finish, but the revised result has sparked controversy.
The decision did not sit well with other teams, and the appeals process is expected to unfold in the coming days. The FIA will now have to consider the notice of appeal from Red Bull and McLaren, potentially leading to further changes in the standings.
Paddock Reactions
The F1 paddock has been in turmoil since the announcement. Many insiders have criticized the timing and process of the decision, with some comparing it unfavorably to VAR in football. The situation remains fluid, and more updates are expected soon.
Stay tuned for further developments on this breaking story.
