Formula 1 has experienced a number of controversial decisions made by the officials in recent years. The 2024 season has been particularly plagued with penalties that have been deemed unfair or inconsistent. This issue of inconsistency in penalties has been a topic of concern within the sport for some time, with various drivers and experts expressing the need for a more consistent approach.
After the recent Chinese Grand Prix, where several drivers received penalties that may not have been proportional to their actions, a former Red Bull driver shared his thoughts on the matter. Chandok suggested that having the same stewards oversee all races throughout the year would help achieve greater consistency in the application of penalties.
There has been a significant lack of uniformity in penalties over the past few years. I am in favor of rewarding the midfield teams, and I propose that the additional funds received by the FIA from these teams scoring points should be used to employ permanent stewards. Relying on a rotating group of volunteers is not ideal, as it is a demanding job and it is unlikely that different individuals will have the same perspective on track incidents.
The Sky Sports Pundit further emphasized that having a consistent group of four stewards for the entire season would provide fans and drivers with clarity regarding the decisions made. This would ensure a more transparent and understandable process.
Since his second year in Formula 1, Max Verstappen has been driving for the Red Bull team based in Milton-Keynes. Despite being committed to the team until the end of 2028, there have been rumors of a possible move due to internal issues at Red Bull.
In response to these rumors, Chandhok expressed his desire to see the three-time World Champion try his skills with a different team. He suggested that Verstappen should take on the challenge of becoming a top driver for multiple teams, following in the footsteps of other World Champions who have achieved success with different outfits.
The former Red Bull driver also noted that it would be intriguing to witness Verstappen’s performance in a new environment, one where he is not deeply entrenched. Only time will reveal whether Chandok’s aspirations for Verstappen’s career will materialize.