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F1 steward apologises for ‘ill-advised' comments

F1 steward apologises for ‘ill-advised' comments

Independent14-06-2025
The FIA has suspended driver steward Derek Warwick from the Canadian Grand Prix due to recent unauthorised media comments.
Warwick's suspension follows remarks circulated by a gambling platform after the Spanish Grand Prix, including comments on Max Verstappen 's penalty and Lewis Hamilton 's move to Ferrari.
Warwick stated that Hamilton 'deserves that eighth world title' but suggested he might retire soon if current trends continue.
Enrique Bernoldi, a former Arrows Formula One driver, will replace Warwick in Montreal, officiating from the Remote Operations Centre in Geneva.
The FIA stated that Warwick acknowledged his comments were 'ill-advised' and apologised; he will resume his duties at the Austrian Grand Prix.
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