McLaren wins against Palou

[dxg]

Sadly, not aware of the background to this case, but the judgement is interesting. All about foreseeability of team losses when walking away from a driver's seat, I guess:

https://cms-lawnow.com/en/ealerts/2026/02/from-pit...

Maybe Hamilton will stay in the red seat now...

[Muzzer79]

Not sure how it relates to Hamilton?

[dxg]

Muzzer79 said:

Not sure how it relates to Hamilton?

Precedent now established.

If Hamilton breaks his contract, this decision clarifies that he (or anyone else in his position) is liable for his employer's loses, some of which would previously have been considered too remote.

[Sebring440]

dxg said:

If Hamilton breaks his contract, this decision clarifies that he (or anyone else in his position) is liable for his employer's loses,

Why do you think Hamilton is considering breaking his contract?