General · 9 June 2026

Gasly Reveals Truth Behind Monaco Podium Gesture

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Missing out on a Monaco podium left Pierre Gasly upset after penalties changed the final result despite him crossing the line in third place. Gasly said he already knew about the sanctions during the race stoppage and pushed on, later using a sarcastic celebration to show his frustration. Two five-second penalties for pitlane speeding dropped the Alpine driver from third to seventh.

By BriefTea Editorial · 9 June 2026 at 15:10

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