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Hulkenberg Blames Colapinto for Controversial Singapore Spin

10/7/2025

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Nico Hulkenberg blamed Franco Colapinto for a spin in the Singapore Grand Prix, alleging Colapinto braked 100 meters early on lap 43.
Hulkenberg finished 20th, behind teammate Pierre Gasly on the final lap; Colapinto finished 16th after leading at the apex and not required to leave space.
Both drivers expressed frustration; the Hulkenberg-Colapinto rivalry could intensify within F1 circles.

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Nico Hulkenberg blamed Franco Colapinto for a spin in the Singapore Grand Prix, alleging Colapinto braked 100 meters early on lap 43.
Hulkenberg finished 20th, behind teammate Pierre Gasly on the final lap; Colapinto finished 16th after leading at the apex and not required to leave space.
Both drivers expressed frustration; the Hulkenberg-Colapinto rivalry could intensify within F1 circles.