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On Monday, which is also the Ferrari driver's 30th birthday, the governing body will meet to consider applying a further penalty for the infraction.

Italy's La Gazzetta dello Sport claims that if Vettel is given a race ban, Ferrari is threatening to boycott the race altogether.
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http://www.grandprix.com/ns/ns36811.html

If true, let's hope he does get a ban then, let's see them call Ferrari's bluff...
 
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Does anyone know where I can check out the speed trap classification for Baku FP1 and 2? Apparently Mclaren was running the new spec ICE and its speed were comparable to the top of classification.

I want to verify before I get my hopes up for this weekend...
 
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sox63 said:
Does anyone know where I can check out the speed trap classification for Baku FP1 and 2? Apparently Mclaren was running the new spec ICE and its speed were comparable to the top of classification.

I want to verify before I get my hopes up for this weekend...
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I'm sure that engine will go up in smoke within the first lap.
 
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The FIA held a meeting on Monday to "further examine the causes of the incident to evaluate whether further action is necessary".

It said in a statement: "Following detailed discussion and further examination of video and data evidence related to the incident, Sebastian Vettel admitted full responsibility.

"Sebastian Vettel extended his sincere apologies to the FIA and the wider motorsport family. He additionally committed to devote personal time over the next 12 months to educational activities across a variety of FIA championships and events.

"The FIA notes this commitment, the personal apology made by Sebastian Vettel and his pledge to make that apology public.
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/40488056

So Vettel now admits he was to blame and apologises, the Ferrari International Assistance enquiry have accepted he was a naughty boy and as he's contrite and promises to do some "community service" that's the end of the matter.

Vettel's apology

"Concerning the incidents of Baku I'd like to explain myself: During the re-start lap, I got surprised by Lewis and ran into the back of his car.

"With hindsight, I don't believe he had any bad intentions. In the heat of the action I then overreacted, and therefore I want to apologise to Lewis directly, as well as to all the people who were watching the race. I realise that I was not setting a good example.

"I had no intention at any time to put Lewis in danger, but I understand that I caused a dangerous situation.

"Therefore, I would like to apologise to the FIA. I accept and respect the decisions that were taken at today's meeting in Paris, as well as the penalty imposed by the stewards in Baku.

"I love this sport and I am determined to represent it in a way that can be an example for future generations."
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The FIA and Vettel have finally come to their senses. A win win situation for the fans ;)
 
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Fox1 said:
The FIA and Vettel have finally come to their senses. A win win situation for the fans ;)
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No. He got away with an apology last time so tried his luck and got away with an apology again.
That is not coming to their senses that is bowing to Ferrari pressure.
The only win win situation would have been a disqualification from Baku results.
That would have reset the championship with Hamilton and Vettel on equal points again.
 
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