Summary
Technical Delegate's report lists new PU elements used by several drivers, with Verstappen, Leclerc, Hamilton, and Pérez exceeding their seasonal allowance for certain components.
Explanation
This Technical Delegate's report, issued for the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix, documents the use of new power unit (PU) elements by several drivers. Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing RB Ford), Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari), and Sergio Pérez (Cadillac Ferrari) are using a fifth ICE, exceeding the four allowed for the season, which is not in compliance with B8.2.2 a). Verstappen and Pérez are also using a fifth TC, exceeding the allowed four (B8.2.2 b)). Verstappen is additionally using a fifth EXH, exceeding the allowed four (B8.2.2 c)). Pérez is using a fourth MGU-K, exceeding the allowed three (B8.2.2 f)). George Russell (Mercedes), Verstappen, and Pérez are using PU-ANC components, but this is within the six allowed, so it is in compliance with B8.2.2 g).
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