Max Verstappen was handed a time penalty during the Miami Grand Prix after stewards caught him crossing the white line at the pit lane exit.
The Red Bull driver made the error while rejoinng the track after a pit stop, a move that is strictly forbidden under FIA safety regulations to prevent collisions.
This penalty had a direct impact on his race result, forcing him to drop positions in the final classification once the extra time was added to his total.
Despite showing dominant pace throughout the weekend, the mistake highlights the thin margin for error on the tight and technical Miami street circuit.
Verstappen and his team acknowledged the oversight, attributing it to a momentary lapse in judgment during the high-pressure environment of the race.
The time penalty has shifted the podium standings, allowing his closest rivals to capitalize on the lost points as the championship battle intensifies.
