Infringement Car 43 Failure To Follow Race Directors Instruction Practice Start
Italian Grand Prix · 2026 · 6 September 2026 · Doc 61
- Driver
- Franco Colapinto
- Team
- BWT Alpine F1 Team
- Session
- Reconnaissance Laps
2026 ITALIAN GRAND PRIX
04 - 06 September 2026
The Stewards
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager, BWT Alpine F1 Team Document 61 Date 06 September 2026
Time 15:33 The Stewards, having received a report from the Race Director, have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 43 - Franco Colapinto Competitor BWT Alpine F1 Team
Time 14:27
Session Reconnaissance Laps Fact The driver failed to follow the Race Directors Instruction – Practice Start Infringement Breach of Article 12.2.1.i of the International Sporting Code and non-compliance with
Race Director's Competition Notes (item 12.6, document 48). Decision Driver: Reprimand (Driving). This is the driver's 1st reprimand of the season. Reason The Stewards reviewed video evidence. The driver performed a practice start then failed to remain in the pit exit road, crossing the white line in breach of the Race Director's Competition Notes. 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.