Infringement Car 22 More Than One Change Of Direction
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix · 2025 · 7 December 2025 · Doc 46
- Driver
- Yuki Tsunoda
- Team
- Oracle Red Bull Racing
- Session
- Race
2025 ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX
05 - 07 December 2025
The Stewards
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager, Oracle Red Bull Racing Document 46 Date 07 December 2025
Time 18:34 The Stewards, having received a report from the Race Director, have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 22 - Yuki Tsunoda Competitor Oracle Red Bull Racing
Time 17:37
Session Race Fact Car 22 made more than one change of direction to defend its position Infringement Breach of Appendix L, Chapter IV, Article 2 b) of the International Sporting Code.
Decision 5 second time penalty. 1 penalty point (total of 8 for the 12 month period).
Reason The Stewards reviewed video, team radio and in-car video evidence. Car 4 was making an overtaking move on Car 22. Car 22 made a number of changes of direction which ultimately resulted in Car 4 having to go off track to avoid a collision. In doing so, Car 22 also effectively forced Car 4 off the track. 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.