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Why did Hadjar lose his Monaco podium?

By Hannah Kennelly

Pierre Gasly was awarded third place and a spot on the Monaco podium nearly a week after the race finished, with the FIA conceding his pit lane speeding penalties were incorrect.

Pierre Gasly was robbed of a podium due to his speeding penalties last week.

Alpine’s successfully appealed the decision and demonstrated the official speed measurements were inaccurate.

Six drivers were hit with five-second time penalties for speeding, including Aussie Oscar Piastri, during last week’s race, causing F1 commentators to wonder if there was an issue.

Gasly’s promotion means Isack Hadjar – who finished third – has now been demoted to in fourth and Piastri (who finished fourth) moves to fifth place.