Summary
Sergio Pérez received a 10-second time penalty for causing a collision with Fernando Alonso at Turn 3 during the Sprint.
Explanation
The stewards found Sergio Pérez (Car 11) wholly at fault for a collision with Fernando Alonso (Car 14) at Turn 3 during the Sprint. Pérez attempted an overtake on the inside but had not established his front axle alongside Alonso's mirror before or at the apex, resulting in contact with Alonso's right-rear and causing Alonso to spin. A 10-second time penalty was imposed.
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Referenced regulations
FIA International Sporting Code - Appendix L - Chapter IV - Article 2d
d) Causing a collision, repetition of serious mistakes or the appearance of a lack of control over the car (such as leaving the track) will be reported to the Stewards and may entail the imposition of penalties up to and including the disqualification of any driver concerned.
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