Infringement Car 12 Driving Erratically
Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix · 2026 · 13 June 2026 · Doc 39
- Driver
- Kimi Antonelli
- Team
- Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
- Session
- Free Practice 3
2026 BARCELONA-CATALUNYA GRAND PRIX
12 - 14 June 2026
The Stewards
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Document 39 Date 13 June 2026
Time 14:35 The Stewards, having received a report from the Race Director, have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 12 - Kimi Antonelli Competitor Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
Time 13:24
Session Free Practice 3 Fact Car 12 was driving in an erratic manner in turn 2. Infringement Breach of Appendix L, Chapter IV, Article 2 e) of the International Sporting Code. Decision Driver: Reprimand (Driving). This is the driver's 1st reprimand of the season.
Reason The Stewards heard from the driver of Car 12 (Kimi Antonelli) and team representatives of Mercedes and Aston Martin and reviewed video, telemetry and incar video evidence. Car 12 was impacted by Car 18 when approaching turn 1. After passing Car 18 the driver of Car 12 applied the brakes in front of Car 18 and prevented the latter from passing. This is deemed driving in an erratic manner. The driver admitted during the hearing that he acted out of frustration and apologized for his action. 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 5 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.