Ferrari have been summoned after the results of the Hockenheim grand prix today.
Fernando Alonso was gaining in 2nd position towards Felipe Massa. Felipe’s engineer Rob Smedley at Ferrari made a radio broadcast to Felipe saying “Fernando is faster than you, can you confirm you understand?” shortly afterwards Felipe was seen moving out of the way to let Alonso past.
Although both drivers deny team orders took place, both seem to be unhappy and Felipe’s body language certainly seems to suggest that orders did come into play.
Rule 39.1 of the Formula One rules stipulates “Team orders which interfere with a race result are prohibited”
With Jean Todt former Ferrari Principle and now the new FIA president, some media sites and broadcasts are suggesting that might have some bearing on the outcome. Time will tell…
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