No further action for Hülkenberg after Singapore clutch inspection

Doc 3 - Post-Race Checks on Car Number 27, 2026 Singapore GP

2026 United States Grand Prix

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Summary

Post-race checks on car number 27 found all clutch components in compliance with the 2026 Technical Regulations.

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The Technical Delegate's report confirms that after the Singapore GP, car number 27 (Hülkenberg) was selected for extensive physical inspections of the clutch assembly. Checks on sensor identification, data logging, homologation status, torque sensor pairing, and FIA-F1-DOC-001 submissions were all found to be in compliance with the 2026 Formula One Technical Regulations. No further action is required.

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FIA F1 Regulations - Article C8
C8.1.1 Prior to the start of each season the complete electrical and electronic system on the car must be examined and all on board and communications hardware and software must be inspected by the FIA Technical Department. C8.1.2 The FIA must be notified of any changes prior to the Competition at which such changes are
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FIA F1 Regulations - Article C5.13.7
C5.13.7 Regulatory torque sensors must be fitted to measure the following output torques: a. The PU torque output (Ref Appendix C4 Item 21) b. The MGU-K torque output (Ref Appendix C4, item 29) The installation and the connectivity of each of these torque sensors to the FIA Standard ECU must be approved by the FIA. 2026 Formula 1: Technical Regulations 27 February 2026 C7 5 C 0 SECTION C: TECHNICAL REGULATIONS C5.13.8 Engine intake air temperature must be more than ten degrees centigrade above ambient
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FIA F1 Regulations - Article C9.2.4
C9.2.4 Designs or systems which are designed to, or have the e_ect of, adjusting or otherwise influencing the amount, or rate, of engagement being demanded by the FIA Standard ECU, are not permitted, with the exception of minimal inherent hydraulic and mechanical properties. C9.2.5 The amount by which the Clutch is engaged must be controlled solely and directly by the driver with
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