Hamilton absent from crucial FIA meeting regarding Spa penalties

      "I make an effort to steer clear of these situations."

      Several Formula 1 drivers reportedly missed a crucial FIA meeting in Hungary aimed at discussing driving standards and the controversial stewarding decisions from Spa. Reports indicate that Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso, Sergio Perez, Valtteri Bottas, and Lance Stroll were among those not present. The meeting had been planned prior to the Belgian GP, but its importance increased following Hamilton’s first-lap collision with George Russell and Charles Leclerc’s subsequent contact with Oscar Piastri. Hamilton was given a five-second penalty for the incident involving Russell, even though Russell referred to it as a racing incident. "I make an effort to steer clear of these situations," Hamilton remarked. "I don't know any more details. It's not something that occupies my mind, but I’m sure they’ll review it. The FIA aims to perform its duties to the best of its ability and maintain consistency." "Consistency isn't always achieved, but I don't fixate on what transpired last week. It's behind us now, and we must focus on the future." McLaren also expressed dissatisfaction that Leclerc faced no punishment following the contact with Piastri.