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'Punishment did not fit the crime,' says Ecclestone

Although he believes it was a racing incident, Bernie Ecclestone says the stewards were lenient in handing Lewis Hamilton a 10s time penalty. Over the many years he has been involved in the sport, Bernie Ecclestone has witnessed more than his fair share of controversy. However, while fans of a certain vintage will recall incidents far more controversial - and ultimately tragic - than Sunday's first lap clash, 24-hour rolling news and social media tend to shine the spotlight of attention far more intensely these days. Asked about Sunday's clash, former F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone believes it was a racing incident. However, in deciding to investigate and apportion blame he believes the...
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