There's no doubt that the experts will deal with this and conclude whatever they will. Sadly, I doubt this is treated exactly the same as if a different car/driver - say a rookie - had been involved instead of Tony and celebrity had nothing to do with the investigation and/or outcome so it concludes fairly for all.

Sadly, Ward is dead and Tony, for whatever reason has now chosen to take a second cup race off. There's no doubt that this incident has left a scar. How permanent, is yet to be seen.