Lance Stroll summoned for driving unnecessarily slowly in Q1 and Q2

Doc 34 - Summons - Car 18 - Alleged failure to follow Race Director's instructions (SC2-SC1 Time)

2026 Bahrain Grand Prix

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Summary

Lance Stroll has been summoned by the stewards for an alleged breach of the FIA F1 Regulations and International Sporting Code related to driving unnecessarily slowly during Q1 and Q2.

Explanation

The document is a summons issued by the stewards to Lance Stroll (Car 18) and the Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team. Stroll is required to report to the stewards at 17:30 on 03 October 2026. The reason for the summons is an alleged breach of Article B1.8.5 of the FIA F1 Regulations and Article 12.2.1.i of the FIA International Sporting Code, which relates to non-compliance with the Race Director's Competition Notes (item 1, document 33). The specific allegation is driving unnecessarily slowly during Q1 and Q2 of the qualifying session.

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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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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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