Summons for multiple drivers

Doc 27 - Summons - Car 43 - Alleged impeding of Car 3

2026 Japanese Grand Prix

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Summary

Summons issued to Franco Colapinto for alleged impeding of Max Verstappen in Turn 15.

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Car 43 (Franco Colapinto) has been summoned by the stewards for allegedly impeding Car 3 (Max Verstappen) in Turn 15 at 15:08 during practice. The alleged breach concerns Article B4.1.1 of the FIA F1 Regulations, which governs driving standards and specifically prohibits causing a collision or impeding another driver without valid reason. The driver and team representative must report to the stewards at 16:30 for further investigation.

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FIA F1 Regulations - Article B4.1.1
B4.1.1 Any driver taking part in any LTCS who, in the opinion of the stewards, stops unnecessarily on the circuit or unnecessarily impedes another driver shall be subject to the penalties referred to in Article B1.9.4. B4.1.2 Should it become necessary to stop any LTCS, the Race Director will order red flags to be shown at
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