No Further Action for multiple drivers

Doc 95 - Decision - Car 63 - Alleged incident with Car 3

2026 Miami Grand Prix

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Summary

No further action for minor contact between Verstappen and Russell at Turn 1.

Explanation

The stewards reviewed evidence of minor contact between Cars 3 (Verstappen) and 63 (Russell) at Turn 1. Both drivers deemed it a racing incident, and no further action was taken. The incident was assessed under Appendix L, Chapter IV, Article 2d of the FIA International Sporting Code, which governs driver conduct. Appeals information was provided but not relevant to the outcome.

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FIA International Sporting Code - Appendix L - Chapter IV - Article 2d
d) Causing a collision, repetition of serious mistakes or the appearance of a lack of control over the car (such as leaving the track) will be reported to the Stewards and may entail the imposition of penalties up to and including the disqualification of any driver concerned.
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