Infringement: Car 14 (Alonso) Failed to Replace the Steering Wheel After Leaving the Car
Mexico City Grand Prix · 2026 · 31 October 2026 · Doc 45
- Driver
- Fernando Alonso
- Team
- Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team
- Session
- Qualifying
2026 MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX
30 October - 01 November
The Stewards
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager, Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team Document 45 Date 31 October 2026
Time 15:38 The Stewards, having received a report from the Race Director, have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 14 - Fernando Alonso Competitor Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team
Time 15:08
Session Qualifying Fact The driver failed to replace the steering wheel after leaving the car. Infringement Breach of Article B1.8.8 of the FIA F1 Regulations.
Decision Driver: Reprimand (Driving). This is the driver's 1st reprimand of the season. Reason The Stewards reviewed video evidence. Car 14 stopped on track, the driver left the car and failed to replace the steering wheel. This is a safety issue to enable marshals to move the car if required. 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.