Martin Brundle Joins Growing Chorus Against FIA’s Race Ban for Kevin Magnussen” — This title encapsulates the key points of the article, highlighting Martin Brundle’s involvement and the collective criticism of the FIA’s decision.

Martin Brundle adds his voice to the growing backlash against the FIA's decision to suspend Kevin Magnussen from racing. The number of people speaking out against the ban on Magnussen is steadily increasing.

Kevin Magnussen’s suspension from a Formula 1 race has sparked controversy.

The Haas team’s driver is set to sit out next week’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku due to an incident that occurred at Monza.

Magnussen is the first Formula 1 racer to receive a race suspension since Romain Grosjean did in 2012.

The FIA penalized him with a 10-second time penalty and added two penalty points to his record for causing a collision with Alpine's Pierre Gasly during the Italian Grand Prix.

Since Magnussen had accumulated 10 penalty points, reaching the 12-point limit means he will face a one-race suspension.

"Sky Sports commentator Martin Brundle argued that this appeared to be severe."

"Penalty points should be reserved for the most severe driving offenses, while in other cases, the time penalty alone should be adequate."

Magnussen is the first Formula 1 driver to be suspended from a race due to penalty points since they were introduced in 2014.

Gasly, who was part of the Monza incident with Magnussen, also opposed the ruling to prohibit him.

"I'm somewhat taken aback by that since he made an effort, but it was a close contest and ultimately I didn't actually lose any time," Gasly responded. "I'm a bit taken aback."

"I really hope they can change that decision because it would definitely be unjust."

"I'll look into it. Given the incident, it seems quite unjust."

Fernando Alonso shared his thoughts, stating, "We've often talked about how penalty points should be reserved for hazardous driving, actions that pose a threat to the sport and to others."

"I'm uncertain about a few of the points he gathered…"

"I don't have the list with me right now. Often, it's issues like the pit lane, crossing the white line, unsafe releases, and similar concerns."

“This is simply an aspect of racing.”

Alonso commented on Magnussen’s incident at Monza, stating, “That deserves a drive-through penalty. It should be a five-second penalty.”

"I can comprehend the penalties related to racing, but the ones concerning safety are more difficult to grasp."

Haas racer Magnussen is aware that his time in Formula 1 is nearing its end.

Haas has announced that Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman will be their drivers for the 2025 F1 season.

Present Haas driver Nico Hulkenberg is set to join Sauber, leaving Magnussen without a team.

The only remaining open spots for the next season at Sauber and Red Bull will probably be taken by different drivers.

This suggests that Magnussen's probable last season in Formula 1 will be marked by the questionable distinction of being banned from the race in Baku.

Haas has not announced who will take Magnussen’s place in Baku yet, but Bearman seems like a clear option.

Earlier this year in Saudi Arabia, a British teenager stepped in for Carlos Sainz and drove for Ferrari, which significantly contributed to him securing a full-time race seat with Haas for the 2025 season.

Bearman is expected to have another unexpected appearance before he permanently joins the team next season.

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