Lance Stroll Has Been Given A Written Warning For Qatar GP Behaviour

Posted on October 13, 2023 | by Charley Williams Earlier this week, the FIA put out a statement to say they were in discussion with Lance Stroll about several incidents that may have contravened FIA rules, policies and procedures during the Qatar Grand Prix. You know the incident we’re talking about.  Now, the FIA has confirmed that Lance Stroll apologised for his actions, and the FIA compliance officer has given him a written warning. In an update issued to the media including The Race, they said: “We can confirm that the FIA Compliance Officer has received an apology from Lance Stroll regarding his actions during the 2023 FIA Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix. “The Compliance Officer has noted this apology and issued a written warning, reminding Lance of his responsibilities as a competitor bound by the FIA Code of Ethics and other FIA ethical and conduct guidelines set forth by the sporting regulations. “The FIA maintains a zero-tolerance stance against misconduct and condemns any actions that may lead to physical harassment.” Lance suffered his fourth consecutive Q1 exit during the Qatar GP qualifying session. Frustrated with his performance, when he returned to the Aston Martin garage, he threw his steering wheel out of his car and proceeded to get out. His performance coach, Henry Howe, approached Stroll and reportedly reminded him that he needed to go and get weighed. Lance wasn’t in the mood during that time and was shown bursting past Howe and shoving him out of the way. Lance did address the situation the following day, telling the media, including The Race, that the pair were “good” and added: “He’s a bro. We go through the frustration together, and we ride together, so… we’re cool.” Do you think a written warning was suitable for his behaviour?