No further action for Hülkenberg over pit lane practice start incident

Doc 36 - Infringement - Car 27 - Alleged Pit Lane Incident

2026 United States Grand Prix

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Summary

The Stewards decided to take no further action against Nico Hülkenberg after he pulled out in front of Lance Stroll during a practice start in Free Practice 3.

Explanation

The Stewards investigated an incident in Free Practice 3 where Car 27 (Nico Hülkenberg) pulled out in front of Car 18 (Lance Stroll) while performing a practice start in the pit lane. After hearing from the team representative and reviewing video, team radio, and in-car video evidence, the Stewards determined that Hülkenberg's rear vision was obscured and the proximity of Stroll's car was not obvious. Although Stroll had to brake, the situation was not deemed dangerous and was easily managed by both drivers. Consequently, the Stewards decided to take no further action.

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