Summary
Carlos Sainz received a warning for failing to follow Race Director's instructions during reconnaissance laps, mitigated by incorrect team instruction.
Explanation
The stewards determined that Carlos Sainz (Car 55) breached Article 12.2.1.i of the International Sporting Code by failing to follow the Race Director's instruction during reconnaissance laps. Sainz remained within the Pit Exit Road and passed to the right of a car waiting to perform a practice start, instead of crossing the white line at the earliest opportunity to join the racing line. The team had given Sainz an incorrect instruction, which was considered a significant mitigating factor, leading to a warning instead of a harsher penalty.
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Referenced regulations
FIA International Sporting Code - Article 12.2.1i
12.2.1.i Failure to follow the instructions of the relevant officials for the safe and orderly conduct of the Event.
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