Max Verstappen learns stewards' verdict after Lewis Hamilton clash

Max Verstappen has not been punished by the stewards at the Hungarian Grand Prix for his clash with Lewis Hamilton.

The two great rivals did not make physical contact on track, but the Dutchman was investigated after the race for allegedly forcing another driver off track and gaining an advantage.

On Lap 29 of the 70-lap race at the Hungaroring, the Red Bull driver threw his RB21 up the inside of the Ferrari at Turn 4.

To avoid contact, the Briton took to the run-off area, rejoining behind the four-time F1 drivers' champion, losing considerable race time.

However, following the stewards' post-race investigation, they deemed that no further action was the correct decision due to multiple factors.

That included the Ferrari team representative, who attended the meeting without Hamilton, who waived his right to go, confirming that the seven-time F1 drivers' champion "chose not to attempt to remain on track," according to the official decision document.

Also, Verstappen was in full control of his car at all times, and only went wider because Hamilton had gone to the run-off area. He stated he could have stayed further to the inside if required.

Therefore, the stewards deemed it not to qualify as forcing another car off track.