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FIA Apologizes to Lawson After Mexico GP Safety Scare

11/7/2025

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Liam Lawson received an apology from the FIA after a near-miss with marshals during the 2023 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Lawson encountered two marshals crossing at Turn 1 after rejoining the track, raising safety concerns.
The FIA is investigating the incident, noting that instructions for marshals to retrieve debris were rescinded before Lawson exited the pits.
The Mexican motorsport federation, OMDAI, initially blamed Lawson for not slowing under yellow flags, a claim the FIA later dismissed.
As Lawson prepares for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, he stresses the need for better communication to avoid future incidents.

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Liam Lawson received an apology from the FIA after a near-miss with marshals during the 2023 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Lawson encountered two marshals crossing at Turn 1 after rejoining the track, raising safety concerns.
The FIA is investigating the incident, noting that instructions for marshals to retrieve debris were rescinded before Lawson exited the pits.
The Mexican motorsport federation, OMDAI, initially blamed Lawson for not slowing under yellow flags, a claim the FIA later dismissed.
As Lawson prepares for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, he stresses the need for better communication to avoid future incidents.