Red Bull considering protest against Hamilton’s British GP punishment Hamilton was dealt a 10-second penalty following his 190mph collision with Verstappen at Silverstone, but won the British Grand Prix. By Press Association Monday 19 Jul 2021, 9:34 PM 4 hours ago 4,439 Views 8 Comments Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton (middle) and Red Bull's Max Verstappen (R) prior to the start of the British Grand Prix. Image: PA Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton (middle) and Red Bull's Max Verstappen (R) prior to the start of the British Grand Prix. Image: PA MAX VERSTAPPEN’S RED Bull team are considering a protest against Lewis Hamilton’s punishment in Sunday’s controversial British Grand Prix.