No Further Action for Hülkenberg

Doc 59 - Decision - Car 27 - Start Procedure Infringement

2026 Australian Grand Prix

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Summary

No further action taken against Nico Hülkenberg (Car 27) for not reaching the grid under its own power during reconnaissance laps.

Explanation

Car 27 (Nico Hülkenberg) failed to reach the grid under its own power at the end of the reconnaissance laps. The team removed the car from the grid and did not start the race. The stewards reviewed video evidence and determined that no infringement occurred under Article B5.2.4 of the FIA F1 Sporting Regulations, as the car did not attempt to start the race from the grid. No further action was taken.

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FIA F1 Regulations - Article B5.2.4
B5.2.4 Any F1 Car which does not complete a reconnaissance lap and reach the grid under its own power will not be permitted to start the TTCS from the grid. B5.2.5 Any F1 Car which is still in the Pit Lane when the pit exit is closed after the reconnaissance laps can
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