Kvyat lives up to his 'torpedo' reputation in China


Formula One F1 - Chinese Grand Prix - Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai, China - April 14, 2019 Toro Rosso's Daniil Kvyat in action during the race REUTERS/Thomas Peter

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Daniil Kvyat was nicknamed 'The Torpedo' after a collision at the 2016 Chinese Formula One Grand Prix but the Russian felt unfairly punished after hitting both McLarens on another smashing Sunday.

The Toro Rosso driver, who eventually retired, was handed a drive-through penalty for causing a first-lap collision with British rookie Lando Norris, whose car bounced in the air, and Spaniard Carlos Sainz.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Motorsport

Motor racing-U.S. House judiciary chairman probes F1's Andretti rejection
Motor racing-Miami GP sets F1 record for a live U.S. television audience
Motor racing-Red Bull have taken 220 staff from Mercedes, says Horner
Motor racing-From Trump to Verstappen everyone celebrates Norris win
Motor racing-McLaren's Norris wins Miami Grand Prix for first F1 win
Wonder Akid wheels to victory again in Cub Prix Championship
Motor racing-Magnussen helped Hulkenberg with 'well-deserved' penalties
Motor racing-Red Bull's Max Verstappen take pole for Miami Grand Prix
Azroy weathers both wet and dry conditions to top CP150 qualifying
Motor racing-Verstappen takes Miami sprint race pole

Others Also Read