Daniel Ricciardo crossed the line in P11 at the Miami GP only to tumble to 13th due to a post-race time penalty.
The two Germans were heard complaining on the team radio and there might be some friction between them for some time.
The first Miami Grand Prix will take place on May 6th-8th, following the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix this weekend.
Everything appeared to be in order prior to the season until outraged locals petitioned the court to have the event cancelled.