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FORMULA 1 (YouTube)
2026 Dutch Grand Prix Penalty 3 sources FIA decision

Perez handed pit lane start for Dutch GP suspension change

Sergio Perez Valtteri Bottas

Sergio Perez will start the Dutch Grand Prix from the pit lane after an unauthorized suspension change during parc fermé, as confirmed by the FIA. Cadillac drivers reflected on the race, while Bottas shared a NASCAR post.

How the sources differ

Formula1.com focuses on Perez and Bottas' reflections on the Dutch GP, while the FIA document establishes the pit lane start penalty. The YouTube video highlights Bortoleto's car control, and the Reddit post covers Bottas' NASCAR interest, which is unrelated to the penalty.

Recommended first read: The YouTube video offers visual proof of Bortoleto's impressive saves, making it engaging and informative, though the FIA document is official but shown separately.

FIA documents

Car 11 (Pérez) must start the race from the pit lane due to an unauthorized suspension set-up change during parc fermé.

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