Doc 60 - Infringement - Car 23 - Pit Lane incident with Car 41

Monaco Grand Prix • Infringement

Published Jun 6, 2026 16:58

Driver: Albon

Summary

Alexander Albon (Car 23) caused a pit lane obstruction during Qualifying, delaying Arvid Lindblad (Car 41) and creating a safety hazard.

Explanation

During Qualifying, Alexander Albon, driving Car 23, maneuvered around Carlos Sainz's stationary Car 55 and blocked Arvid Lindblad (Car 41) from entering his pit stop, forcing Lindblad to swerve and narrowly avoiding a mechanic's foot. The Stewards found a breach of B4.1.1 (obstruction in pit lane) and L12.2.1.h (safety violation). Williams received a formal warning and a €5,000 fine due to the potential danger, with the team admitting fault. Evidence included video, team radio, and positioning data.

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Regulations cited

B4.1.1 L12.2.1.h

Drivers referenced

#23 • Albon #41 • Lindblad Sainz

Referenced regulations

B4.1.1 Zoom