No further action for Albon over erratic driving in pit entry

Doc 57 - Decision - Car 23 - Alleged driving erratically

2026 Bahrain Grand Prix

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Summary

The Stewards decided no further action against Alexander Albon after reviewing his erratic driving in the pit entry road, determining his speed reduction was to comply with delta requirements.

Explanation

The stewards investigated an alleged breach of Article 1.8.5 of the FIA F1 Regulations and Appendix L, Chapter IV, Article 2 e) of the FIA International Sporting Code. After hearing from both drivers and reviewing video and telemetry, they concluded that Albon's speed reduction was an attempt to comply with delta requirements, and while it required a significant reaction from Piastri, it did not constitute erratic or dangerous driving. Therefore, no infringement occurred and no further action was taken.

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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 - Appendix L - Chapter IV - Article 2e
e) It is not permitted to drive any car unnecessarily slowly, erratically or in a manner deemed potentially dangerous to other drivers at any time. 3. Cars stopping during a race
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