Force India have denied colluding with Mercedes after rival teams complained that Esteban Ocon was ordered to move over for Lewis Hamilton in Monaco.

Despite racing for position in Monte Carlo, Ocon moved over to allow Hamilton to pass him after the Mercedes driver fell behind when he pitted early.

The uncontested pass raised questions about whether Ocon, who is still under contract with the Mercedes, was told to move over.

Quizzed about possible team orders, he replied: “I’m a Mercedes driver, you should ask the boss.

“It was pointless to fight with him, especially as he had new tyres.”

Asked if there was an ‘unwritten rule’ that Mercedes-powered Force India were not to make things difficult for the Silver Arrows, Ocon answered: “Maybe.

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