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2026 Mexico City Grand Prix Penalty 3 sources FIA decision

Leclerc handed five-second penalty for Mexico GP overtake

Charles Leclerc Lewis Hamilton

Charles Leclerc received a five-second penalty for overtaking Lewis Hamilton off track at Turn 4 during Sunday's Mexico City Grand Prix. The FIA explained the ruling, while Leclerc defended his move and retained the lead.

How the sources differ

Crash.net focuses on the stewards' reasoning, while Autosport adds Leclerc's perspective on why he kept the lead. The official FIA document establishes the penalty and the specific rule breach, which the coverage elaborates on.

Recommended first read: Autosport provides the most complete account, including Leclerc's explanation and race context, with an image and no paywall.

FIA documents

Charles Leclerc received a five-second time penalty for leaving the track and gaining a lasting advantage while overtaking in Turn 4.

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