NO ONE PUNISHED AFTER SCHUMACHERVETTEL COLLISION

Sebastian Vettel labelled his collision with Mick Schumacher five laps from home as “stupid for both of us”. It appeared the stewards agreed, judging neither to be predominantly to blame.

Schumacher was nearing his first F1 points finish. But, while fighting for ninth, the two Germans collided at Turn 1 as Schumacher tried to regain position after running wide through the final corners defending against Esteban Ocon.

“I’m sorry we’re both out [of the points],” said Vettel. “I thought I had the corner and was in front. I didn’t expect him. Then when I saw him, it was too late. It’s bitter for both of us.”

Schumacher would soften from his initial frustration over team radio, later saying it was difficult to see in the mirrors. He pitted to finish 15th in his Haas, while Vettel’s Aston Martin was eliminated on the spot but was classified 17th.