Infringement Car 44 False Start Moving Before Start Signal
British Grand Prix · 2026 · 5 July 2026 · Doc 72
- Driver
- Lewis Hamilton
- Team
- Scuderia Ferrari HP
- Session
- Race
2026 BRITISH GRAND PRIX
03 - 05 July 2026
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager,
Scuderia Ferrari HP Document 72 Date 05 July 2026 Time 15:49
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 Scuderia Ferrari HP Time 15:03
Session Race
Fact Car 44 moved before the start signal was given. Infringement Breach of Article B5.11.1 of the FIA F1 Regulations. Decision 5 second time penalty. Reason The Stewards reviewed video, timing and in-car video evidence. The Stewards determined that after the third red light was illuminated, and before the start signal was given, Car 44 moved. This was clearly visible on the on-board footage by reference to the yellow Pirelli lettering on the tyre, which rotated upwards and forwards before the lights were extinguished. The fact that the movement was limited does not negate the infringement. Any such movement in that interval constitutes a false start / moving before the start signal. The Stewards therefore find that Car 44 was in breach of Article B5.11.1 of the FIA F1 Regulations and impose the standard penalty for minor movements. 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.