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Doc 60 - Decision - Qualifying SC2-SC1 Times

2026 Chinese Grand Prix

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Verstappen Hülkenberg Bortoleto
Driver: Verstappen Driver: Hülkenberg Driver: Bortoleto

Summary

Stewards review SC2-SC1 lap times; no further action taken despite time limit exceedance due to driver conduct and technical issues.

Explanation

The stewards reviewed instances where several drivers exceeded the 1:56.0 time limit between Safety Car lines during qualifying. Despite this, no further action was taken, as all drivers either took appropriate actions to avoid impeding others or were affected by technical issues. Specifically, Car 12 (Antonelli) and Car 63 (Russell) had technical problems in Q2 and Q3 respectively. The stewards concluded that no driver operated unnecessarily slowly, citing compliance with safety and sporting expectations under Article B1.8.5 (Sporting Regulations) and Article 12.2.1i (ISC).

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Referenced regulations

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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