Reprimand for Norris for erratic driving under Safety Car

Doc 59 - Infringement - Car 1 - Alleged driving erratically

2026 Bahrain Grand Prix

Published

Summary

Lando Norris receives a reprimand for erratic driving under Safety Car conditions in the Bahrain Grand Prix, with no further action for the re-join or alleged overtake.

Explanation

The stewards determined that Lando Norris drove erratically behind the Safety Car, misjudging his closing speed due to low sun and visibility issues, which led to heavy braking and an avoidance maneuver onto the kerbs and gravel. This was found to be a breach of Article B5.13.2a of the FIA F1 Regulations and Appendix L, Chapter IV, Article 2 e) of the International Sporting Code. A reprimand was imposed, considering his prompt reaction and avoidance of contact. No further action was taken regarding the re-join or an alleged overtake under Safety Car conditions.

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FIA F1 Regulations - Article B5.13.2a Open regulation PDF Pages 44–45 highlighted
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
Open regulation PDF Pages 55–56 highlighted
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