No Penalty for Ocon

Doc 22 - Infringement - Car 31 - Leaving the pitlane after the end of the session

2026 Canadian Grand Prix

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Summary

Car 31 (Ocon) left pit lane after session end but no penalty issued due to inability to see red light.

Explanation

Esteban Ocon (Car 31) exited the pit lane 1.11 seconds after the end of Free Practice 1, violating Article B1.6.3e of the FIA F1 Sporting Regulations. However, video evidence confirmed he was too close to the pit exit line to see the red light change. Due to these mitigating circumstances, the stewards determined no penalty would be applied.

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