Mar.22 (GMM) Both McLaren drivers were summoned by the stewards at Sepang on Saturday after their rivals complained about being blocked at the end of qualifying for the Malaysian grand prix.
Nick Heidfeld (BMW-Sauber) and Fernando Alonso (Renault) complained that they were impeded by the two MP4-23s, as the Mercedes-powered cars slowed to conserve fuel on their way back to parc ferme.Heidfeld, in particular, was captured by the live broadcasters weaving at break-neck speeds between the slow-moving cars, and he later complained in person to the FIA representatives.To the press, the German recalled Hamilton and Kovalainen "cruising on the racing line".McLaren F1 CEO Martin Whitmarsh confirmed: "Both our drivers have been called to see the officials."Championship leader Hamilton, 23, also found himself explaining to the fervent British media why he qualified behind his Finnish teammate, Kovalainen."I didn't do a perfect job and need to analyse the data to see where I can pick up time tomorrow," he said.
