No Further Action for multiple drivers

Doc 109 - Decision - Race reconnaissance laps SC2 - SC1

2026 Canadian Grand Prix

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Summary

No further action taken against Bortoleto, Bottas, and Gasly for exceeding the 1:22.0 time limit during race reconnaissance laps.

Explanation

The stewards reviewed data and video evidence regarding Bortoleto, Bottas, and Gasly exceeding the 1:22.0 time limit during race reconnaissance laps. They concluded that the drivers slowed appropriately to avoid impeding others and did not drive 'unnecessarily slowly,' thus no further action was taken despite the time breach.

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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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