D. Coulthard, a man I greatly respect, defended and sympathised with Vettel. I think he was wrong.
A driver of Vettel's experience and ability made a mistake (Hamilton 0.5 seconds behind). He then compounded it by baulking another driver, irrespective of who that driver was, thereby endangering both of their safety.
There is no way he was unaware of Hamilton's immediate presence but chose to maintain his progress in spite of the danger. I'd not suggest deliberately dangerous but at least inconsiderate.
Difficult decision, hence time it took to come out. Vettel's subsequent bad behaviour, leaving his car in an inappropriate place, was disgraceful. However, Hamilton putting his arm around Vettel on the podium was quite remarkable and typical.
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