In Free Practice 3 for the Dutch Grand Prix, George Russell and Fernando Alonso came within inches of what could have been a dangerous accident.
The incident
At the end of a timed lap, arrived on the main straight, the Spaniard had to swerve to avoid the number 63 Mercedes, which was entering the pit lane.
The two-time world champion managed to avoid contact with his opponent, but, in doing so, very nearly risked damaging his Aston Martin against the barrier.
The FIA's verdict
After analysing what happened, the FIA stewards decided to fine Mercedes €7,500 and issue a warning to Russell.
This decision was explained by the following statement: "The team did not warn the driver appropriately. [...] It would have been more prudent for Car 63 to have kept more to the right of the track to leave space for faster cars coming around that corner".
Here's the official document.
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