Infringement Car 1 Causing A Collision
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix · 2024 · 8 December 2024 · Doc 45
- Driver
- Max Verstappen
- Team
- Oracle Red Bull Racing
- Session
- Race
2024 ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX
06 - 08 December 2024
The Stewards
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager, Oracle Red Bull Racing Document 45 Date 08 December 2024
Time 18:02 The Stewards, having received a report from the Race Director, have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 1 - Max Verstappen Competitor Oracle Red Bull Racing
Time 17:03
Session Race Fact Car 1 caused a collision with Car 81 in turn 1. Infringement Breach of Appendix L, Chapter IV, Article 2 d) of the FIA International Sporting Code.
Decision 10 second time penalty. 2 penalty points (total of 8 for the 12 month period). Reason The Stewards reviewed video and in-car video evidence. Car 1 attempted to overtake Car 81 on the inside into Turn 1, but never got far enough alongside. Both cars collided shortly after the apex. The Stewards determine that the driver of Car 1 was wholly at fault and caused the collision. 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.