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F1 steward apologises for ‘ill-advised’ comments

Lewis Hamilton defends Ferrari F1 boss Fred Vasseur ahead of Canadian GP
  • 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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