Gasly and Colapinto Penalised Post-Race, Hirakawa Scores on F1 Debut at Mexico GP

Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto were each handed post-race penalties following investigations by FIA stewards for failing to reduce speed under yellow flag conditions at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

These penalties demoted both Alpine drivers out of the points-paying positions.

As a result, Haas newcomer Ryo Hirakawa inherited a points finish in his first Formula 1 race, marking a remarkable debut.

The stewards' decisions underscore the strict enforcement of safety regulations during the race.

This development significantly altered the final standings and highlighted the importance of adhering to race protocols.