F1 News Today: Verdict on Verstappen’s penalty revealed, ruling Red Bull star OUT of the race

The FIA has issued a penalty decision after Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and 15 other drivers were investigated following the sprint qualifying at the Qatar Grand Prix. Despite winning comfortably in Lusail on Sunday night, Max Verstappen’s victory was overshadowed by dramatic events elsewhere in the race that featured three safety car periods. A Red Bull star experienced a significant setback with an unexpected failure during the sprint race at Qatar. Spectators on Sunday missed out on some racing excitement and did not get to witness much of action from the newly-crowned champion.