Infringement Car 87 Red Light At Pit Exit
Dutch Grand Prix · 2026 · 23 August 2026 · Doc 69
- Driver
- Oliver Bearman
- Team
- TGR Haas F1 Team
- Session
- Race
2026 DUTCH GRAND PRIX
21 - 23 August 2026
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager,
TGR Haas F1 Team Document 69 Date 23 August 2026 Time 18:50
The Stewards, having received a report from the Race Director, have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 87 - Oliver Bearman Competitor TGR Haas F1 Team Time 15:33
Session Race
Fact Car 87 left the pit lane when the light at the end of the pit lane was red. Infringement Breach of Article B1.6.3e of the FIA F1 Regulations. Decision Driver: Reprimand (Driving). This is the driver's 1st reprimand of the season. Reason The Stewards reviewed in-car video evidence. The pit exit light turned red when the driver was approaching the pit exit to join the track for the re-start of the race after a suspension. Such an infringement happening during the race normally requires a very significant penalty as the drivers are obliged to obey light signals at all times. However, in this case the infringement did not happen during a live race, but rather on the build-up before the re-start, although the race had technically already resumed in accordance with Article B5.15.2g. In addition to that, the Stewards acknowledge that neither any advantage was gained nor any potentially dangerous or unsafe situation was created. Therefore a reprimand to the driver is deemed appropriate given the mitigating circumstances and the unique scenario.
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.