Doc 64 - Infringement - Car 55 - Start Procedure Infringement

Atlassian Williams F1 Team fined €5,000 for leaving equipment on the grid after the 15-second signal involving Car 55 (Carlos Sainz).

During the race start procedure, mechanics for Car 55 (Carlos Sainz) left a black plastic box on the grass next to the grid after the 15-second signal. This violated B5.5.5.a of the FIA F1 Regulations, which requires teams to remove all equipment from the grid area. The Stewards reviewed video evidence and a marshal report, confirming the breach. As a result, the Atlassian Williams F1 Team was fined €5,000. The decision may be appealed under Article 15 of the FIA International Sporting Code and Chapter 5 of the FIA Judicial and Disciplinary Rules.