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Time 22:05 2019 BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX 28 - 31 March 2019 The Stewards Title Championship Points Description Championship Points · 2019 · 31 March 2019 · Doc 40

Driver
Daniel Ricciardo
Team
Renault F1 Team
Session
Race

From The Stewards

To The Team Manager,

Renault F1 Team

Document 40

Date 31 March 2019 Time 20:57 2019 BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX 28 - 31 March 2019 The Stewards The Stewards, having received a report from the Race Director, summoned (document 38) and heard from the driver and team representative, have considered the following matter and determine the

following:

No / Driver 3 - Daniel Ricciardo Competitor Renault F1 Team

Time 19:42

Session Race Fact Alleged not leaving the steering wheel in place. Offence Alleged breach of Article 22.5 of the FIA Formula One Sporting Regulations.

Decision No further action. Reason The Stewards reviewed video and radio evidence and heard from the driver of car 3 (Daniel Ricciardo) and the team representative. The car stopped on entry to turn 2 due to power unit issues.  The ERS system alert light then went to red signifying the car was electrically unsafe.  The team radioed the driver to shut down the power unit and electrical system, and to jump from the car.  The driver was also instructed not to touch the car. (The Stewards note that this is the normal safety procedure in such circumstances to avoid potential electrocution).  The driver felt it would be dangerous to try to replace the steering wheel in these circumstances. Competitors are reminded of their right to appeal in accordance with Article 15 of the FIA International Sporting Code.

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