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Doc 27 - Decision - Car 43 - Allegedly Driving Unnecessarily Slow

2026 Australian Grand Prix

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Summary

No further action taken against Franco Colapinto for allegedly driving unnecessarily slow during Practice 2.

Explanation

Driver Franco Colapinto (Car 43) was investigated for driving unnecessarily slowly on the main straight during Practice 2. The Stewards reviewed evidence and heard explanations from Colapinto and the team, who cited a mechanical issue ('false neutral') that caused loss of drive. Colapinto followed team instructions to remain on the left side of the track to reach the designated emergency exit. The Stewards determined his actions were not unnecessarily slow nor unsafe, citing the mechanical issue and proper positioning for safety. No further action was taken. The cited regulation was Article B1.8.5 of the FIA F1 Sporting Regulations.

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FIA F1 Regulations - Article B1.8.5
B1.8.5 At no time may an F1 Car be driven unnecessarily slowly, erratically or in a manner which could be deemed potentially dangerous to other drivers or any other person. B1.8.6 Drivers must make every reasonable e‘ort to use the track at all times and may not leave the track
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