Warning for Lance Stroll for exceeding SC2-SC1 time limit

Doc 40 - Infringement - Car 18 - Failure to follow Race Director's instructions (SC2-SC1 Time) (1st Offence)

2026 Bahrain Grand Prix

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Summary

Lance Stroll received a warning for exceeding the maximum permitted time between Safety Car lines during Qualifying.

Explanation

The stewards determined that Car 18, driven by Lance Stroll, exceeded the maximum permitted time between Safety Car lines (SC2-SC1) during Qualifying. The driver and team explained that the Power Unit configuration required a specific driving procedure, but the stewards noted that another team (STR) was able to comply under the same conditions. Therefore, a warning was issued.

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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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