Wolff said the Massa case was “not something anyone saw coming”. Wolff suggested that the Massa case could have ramifications for the controversial end to the 2021 title fight. The race was re-started for one final lap, on which Verstappen passed Hamilton to win the race and the title. Wolff said: “[Governing body] the FIA commented on the 2021 race, with a clear statement. He ended up losing the title to Hamilton by one point in the final race of the season in Brazil. Recipients included Briatore, Symonds and former Renault sporting director Steve Nielsen, a spokesperson for Massa said.

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