Overview

• The Petronas president joined the podium after George Russell’s win at the Singapore Grand Prix and sprayed champagne with the drivers.
• In an Oct 7 statement, he apologized for causing offence and said his exuberance was misplaced.
• He said he did not consume alcohol and noted he should have been more mindful as a Muslim of sensitivities around such celebrations.
• Images of the celebration drew anger online in Malaysia, where alcohol is prohibited for Muslims.
• He accepted the constructors’ trophy on Mercedes-AMG Petronas’ behalf, and there have been no reported formal sanctions.