Singapore 2008: Renault against the FIA

The affair has already caused a lot of ink to flow. After ordering an investigation into the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix, the FIA summons Renault for the team to explain itself. The diamond firm's team is taking a big risk.

Published on 04/09/2009 à 21:39

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Renault may not be able to win a second time. On August 17, the Franco-British team won its case after its suspension from a Grand Prix, following the loss of a wheel. Fernando Alonso at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

This time, the matter is much more serious and a simple financial fine would seem very light if the facts alleged against Renault were proven. For the team to explain its actions during the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix, the FIA summoned Renault to Paris on September 21, in Paris, at the headquarters of the international automobile federation.

Last Sunday, TV Globo revealed that the FIA had sponsored a private company to investigate the behavior of Renault during the Singapore Grand Prix in 2008. During this race, Nelson Piquet Jr made a mistake shortly after a refueling of Fernando Alonso.

The return of the safety car then allowed the double world champion to grab places. The other drivers had to return to their pits, leaving Fernando Alonso to take the lead. Renault is accused of having orchestrated Nelson Piquet Jr's accident in order to facilitate the Spaniard's victory.