No further action for eight drivers over Safety Car line times

Doc 31 - Decision - Sprint Qualifying SC2-SC1 Times

2026 Singapore Grand Prix

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Summary

The Stewards decided to take no further action against eight drivers who exceeded the 1:52.0 time limit between the Safety Car lines during Sprint Qualifying, as they were deemed to have taken appropriate actions to allow other drivers to pass.

Explanation

Eight drivers were reported for exceeding the 1:52.0 time limit between Safety Car lines during Sprint Qualifying. The Stewards reviewed marshalling, timing data, and onboard cameras, determining that all drivers slowed down appropriately to allow other drivers to pass with a clear track. Therefore, they were 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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