Doc 6 - Race Director's Competition Notes

Race Director's Competition Notes for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix outline key procedures, regulations, and safety instructions for teams and drivers.

This document details critical instructions for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, including lapping rules, pit lane safety, parc fermé access, and track limits. Key regulations are cited, such as B1.8.5 and B4.1.1 for lap timing, B5.13.6 for safety car restarts, and B1.6.2c for pit lane personnel. Drivers must yield under blue flags when lapped, with systems triggering at 3.0s and 1.2s gaps. Practice starts are restricted to designated areas post-pit exit. Track limits at Turns 1, 9, and 13 require specific rejoining procedures, with violations at Turn 13/Turn 14 invalidating two consecutive lap times. ERS safety checks are mandatory each morning under parc fermé. Pit lane operations emphasize safe merging, especially during narrow-track conditions. Sprint and Race suspensions require cars to stop in the fast lane near pit exit lights. Grid and starting procedures reference B5.2.4, defining the grid area for reconnaissance laps. Multiple references to Appendix L clarify pit lane conduct and merging rules.