Summary
The stewards decided no further action against Liam Lawson after he exceeded the maximum lap time between the Safety Car lines during qualifying, as he was deemed to have slowed to avoid impeding other drivers.
Explanation
The stewards investigated an alleged breach by car 30 (Liam Lawson) of the maximum time between the Safety Car lines during Q1. After reviewing marshalling, timing, and video evidence, they found that Lawson slowed significantly to allow other drivers past without impeding them, and therefore did not drive unnecessarily slowly. The decision was no further action.
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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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