From GMM
The FIA is keeping a close eye on the aftermath of Lewis Hamilton's Monaco grand prix.
After the McLaren driver's two penalties for crashes in the Principality, he returned to the track late on Sunday to explain his 'Ali G' remark to the stewards.
It is believed the British team feared Hamilton, 26, was in danger of being charged of contravening Article 151c by bringing the sport into disrepute.
Indeed, the FIA told the Telegraph on Monday that it was "gathering all the relevant information" about the incident.
So also on Monday, the 2008 world champion appeared in British newspapers with further explanations of the Monaco aftermath, and apologised to Pastor Maldonado and Felipe Massa via his Twitter account.
In his post-race tirade, Lewis Hamilton had labelled the pair "ridiculous" and "stupid".
"Hey guys. I wanted to apologise for last weekend's performance and also my comments after, I never meant to offend," he wrote.
The Briton said he had "respect" for some of the "angry messages" he had received since Sunday.
"To Massa and Maldonado, with the greatest respect I apologise if I offended you. Both of you are fantastic drivers who I regard highly. To my fans lost and my fans won, I wish you nothing but love and happiness," he tweeted.
Quoted by British newspapers, meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton explained that his loss of temper was a reflection of his racing style.
The FIA is keeping a close eye on the aftermath of Lewis Hamilton's Monaco grand prix.
After the McLaren driver's two penalties for crashes in the Principality, he returned to the track late on Sunday to explain his 'Ali G' remark to the stewards.
It is believed the British team feared Hamilton, 26, was in danger of being charged of contravening Article 151c by bringing the sport into disrepute.
Indeed, the FIA told the Telegraph on Monday that it was "gathering all the relevant information" about the incident.
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So also on Monday, the 2008 world champion appeared in British newspapers with further explanations of the Monaco aftermath, and apologised to Pastor Maldonado and Felipe Massa via his Twitter account.
In his post-race tirade, Lewis Hamilton had labelled the pair "ridiculous" and "stupid".
"Hey guys. I wanted to apologise for last weekend's performance and also my comments after, I never meant to offend," he wrote.
The Briton said he had "respect" for some of the "angry messages" he had received since Sunday.
"To Massa and Maldonado, with the greatest respect I apologise if I offended you. Both of you are fantastic drivers who I regard highly. To my fans lost and my fans won, I wish you nothing but love and happiness," he tweeted.
Quoted by British newspapers, meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton explained that his loss of temper was a reflection of his racing style.