Hulkenberg Disqualified from Bahrain GP Over Skid Block Breach

Nico Hulkenberg was disqualified from the Bahrain Grand Prix due to excessive wear on his car's skid block, which measured below the required minimum thickness of 9mm. Following the race, which he finished in 13th place, post-race inspections revealed measurements of 8.4mm on both the left and right sides and 8.5mm at the centerline. This disqualification marks a recurring issue in Formula 1, as Lewis Hamilton faced a similar penalty for the same infraction at the Chinese Grand Prix just weeks earlier. Hulkenberg's exclusion is part of a troubling trend, with multiple drivers facing disqualifications this season for technical breaches. Despite the penalty, his team's performance has been lackluster, leaving Sauber at the bottom of the constructors' championship standings. The incident has sparked discussions among fans regarding the fairness of such penalties for technical infringements.