Austria 2016

[Nitrodaze]

The Spain crash between Rosberg and Hamilton could have easily been fatal to one or both drivers. In the early Mosley era, that crash could have easily been fatal. The crash that killed Senna, seem innocuous as he crashed in to the tyre wall, but turned out to be fatal.

Recurrence of a crash between the same two drivers should have at least given an opportunity to the stewards to stamp it out with a harsh punishment. An ineffective 10 points punishment and 2 points on the license, sends a very weak message. But more importantly, shows an inconsistency when compared to the Kimi on Bottas incident last year.

Besides, there is a higher possibility for this recurring trend between Rosberg and Hamilton to result in an injury or a fatal situation if it is not nipped in the bud at this stage. The stewards have failed to recognize this point, l hope the Mercedes team at least recognize this possibility and act accordingly. That said, team orders is not the answer. These are the finest drivers in the world. They should behave and drive responsibly. If an external input is required to compel them to be responsible, then the team have the wrong people or person in their cars.

Rosberg clearly disagrees with the stewards opinion, hence it could be said that the stewards have failed to make their thoughts on this kind of behavior clearly made. A repeat of the scenario looks most likely to re-occur. I just hope that when it does, that nobody gets hurt or killed in the process.