Summary
Lance Stroll has been issued a Warning for exceeding the maximum permitted time between Safety Car lines during Qualifying at the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Explanation
The stewards determined that Car 18, driven by Lance Stroll, exceeded the maximum permitted time between Safety Car lines (SC2-SC1) during Qualifying. After reviewing evidence and hearing from the driver and team, the stewards found the exceedance constituted an infringement, despite the team's explanation regarding Power Unit configuration. Because compliance was possible, as demonstrated by another competitor, a Warning was deemed the appropriate sanction.
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Referenced regulations
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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