Doc 62 - Infringement - Car 43 - Failing to slow for yellow flags

Franco Colapinto (Car 43) received a 10-second time penalty and 1 penalty point for failing to sufficiently slow under single yellow flags.

The stewards determined that Franco Colapinto, driving for BWT Alpine F1 Team, did not sufficiently reduce speed during a single yellow flag zone despite a slight deceleration prior to entry. Citing B1.8.4, which mandates a discernible speed reduction under yellow flags, the stewards imposed a 10-second post-race time penalty and added 1 penalty point to his record (totaling 2 over 12 months). Evidence reviewed included telemetry, video, timing, and team radio. The response was deemed insufficient to meet regulatory requirements, warranting a penalty on the lower end of the scale.