No further action for Russell over qualifying time limit

Doc 44 - Decision - Qualifying SC2-SC1 Times

2026 Hungarian Grand Prix

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Summary

The Stewards decided no further action against George Russell for exceeding the 1:32.0 time limit between Safety Car lines during Q1, as he took appropriate steps to avoid impeding others.

Explanation

George Russell (car 63) was reported for exceeding the 1:32.0 time limit between Safety Car lines during Q1 (lap 5). The Stewards reviewed data and on-board footage, concluding that Russell drove at appropriate speeds for most of the circuit and slowed significantly to let other drivers pass without impeding them. Therefore, he was not driving 'unnecessarily slowly', and no further action was taken.

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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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