Crawford
Summary
No further action against Liam Lawson after alleged breach of Article B1.8.5 during Free Practice 1.
Explanation
During Free Practice 1, Liam Lawson (Car 30) alleged that Carlos Sainz (Car 55) unnecessarily slowed to impede him after Turn 9. The Stewards reviewed video and team radio, where Sainz explained he slowed to avoid impeding Jak Crawford (Car 34), which was confirmed. No breach was found, and no further action was taken. The cited regulation, Article B1.8.5, relates to driving standards and obstruction.
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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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