Motor racing: Steiner says Hulkenberg penalty shows F1 needs pro stewards

FILE PHOTO: Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monte Carlo, Monaco - May 28, 2023 Haas' Nico Hulkenberg in action during the race REUTERS/Stephane Mahe

(Reuters) - Nico Hulkenberg's Monaco Grand Prix penalty was 'completely wrong' and Formula One needs full-time professional stewards for consistent decision making, Haas team boss Guenther Steiner said on Thursday.

Hulkenberg was handed a five-second penalty for causing an opening lap collision with Williams rookie Logan Sargeant last Sunday but Steiner was adamant there had been no contact.