Infringement: Car 63 (Russell) Changes to PU Element
São Paulo Grand Prix · 2026 · 6 November 2026 · Doc 15
- Driver
- George Russell
- Team
- Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
- Session
- Free Practice 1
2026 SÃO PAULO GRAND PRIX
06 - 08 November 2026
The Stewards
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Document 15 Date 06 November 2026
Time 13:16 The Stewards, having received a report from the Technical Delegate (document 14), have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 63 - George Russell Competitor Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
Time 12:31
Session Free Practice 1 Fact The following Power Unit elements have been used:
6th Engine (ICE)
Infringement Breaches of Articles B8.2.2a (read with B8.2.3) of the FIA F1 Regulations.
Decision Drop of 5 grid positions for the next Race in which the driver participates. Reason The penalty is imposed in accordance with Article B8.2.8b of the FIA F1 Regulations.
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.