Decision Car 44 Alleged Unsafe Release
Canadian Grand Prix · 2023 · 18 June 2023 · Doc 56
- Driver
- Lewis Hamilton
- Team
- Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
- Session
- Race
2023 CANADIAN GRAND PRIX
16 - 18 June 2023
The Stewards
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Document 56 Date 18 June 2023
Time 15:20 The Stewards, having received a report from the Race Director, have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 44 - Lewis Hamilton Competitor Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
Time 14:19
Session Race Fact Alleged unsafe release. Infringment Alleged breach of Article 34.14 of the FIA Formula One Sporting Regulations.
Decision No further action. Reason The Stewards reviewed, external video and in-car video and audio evidence. We note that whilst Car 14 had to perform minor braking in our view there was no risk of collision or the need for significant evasive action, hence we determine there was no unsafe release. Competitors are reminded that they have the right to appeal certain decisions of the Stewards, in accordance with Article 15 of the FIA International Sporting Code and Chapter 4 of the FIA Judicial and Disciplinary Rules, within the applicable time limits.
Decisions of the Stewards are taken independently of the FIA and are based solely on the relevant regulations, guidelines and evidence presented.