FIA release statement after terrifying Liam Lawson-F1 marshal near-miss

The FIA has released a statement after a scary incident involving marshals in the early stages of the Mexico City Grand Prix.

The marshals were on the track on the exit of Turn 1, clearing up debris that had been deposited on the opening lap.

However, Liam Lawson pitted at the end of the first lap and rejoined when the marshals were clearing up the track surface, leaving the New Zealander perplexed.

“Wait, the fuck?” Lawson exclaimed over team radio. “Oh my God, are you kidding me? Did you just see that? I could've fucking killed him, mate.”

The FIA has addressed the issue, stating race control carried out all procedures with the safety of the marshals in mind.

However, it acknowledged there is a need for further investigation, as it highlighted the call to marshals to abort the clean-up was made prior to Lawson entering that area of track.

“Following a Turn 1 incident, Race Control was informed that debris was present on the track at the apex of that corner,” read a statement.

“On lap 3, Marshals were alerted and placed on standby to enter the track and recover the debris once all cars had passed Turn 1. 

“As soon as it became apparent that Lawson had pitted, the instructions to dispatch marshals were rescinded, and a double yellow flag was shown in that area. 

“We are still investigating what occurred after that point.”

Read what Lawson had to say about the incident here.