Lap times deleted for four drivers after double yellow infringement in qualifying

Doc 47 - Infringement - Qualifying Deleted Lap Times - Double Yellow

2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

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Summary

The stewards deleted the qualifying lap times of Lawson, Lindblad, Leclerc, and Bottas for passing through a double waved yellow flag marshalling sector.

Explanation

During qualifying, the cars of Liam Lawson (Car 30), Arvid Lindblad (Car 41), Charles Leclerc (Car 16), and Valtteri Bottas (Car 77) were deemed to have passed through a double waved yellow flag marshalling sector. As a result, their respective lap times for that session have been deleted, as specified under Article B1.8.4b of the FIA F1 Regulations. The deletion is confirmed under Article 12.4.1.e of the FIA International Sporting Code. Leclerc's time was recorded as 'PIT', indicating he was in the pit lane at the time.

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FIA F1 Regulations - Article B1.8.4b Open regulation PDF Pages 12 highlighted
FIA International Sporting Code - Article 12.4.1e
12.4.1.e disallowance or deletion of a Driver’s race, qualifying and practice lap time(s);
Open regulation PDF Pages 56–57 highlighted

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