Infringement Car 63 Changes To Pu Elements
Singapore Grand Prix · 2026 · 9 October 2026 · Doc 20
- Driver
- George Russell
- Team
- Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team
2026 SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX
09 - 11 October 2026
The Stewards
From The Stewards
To The Team Manager, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Document 20 Date 09 October 2026
Time 19:40 The Stewards, having received a report from the Technical Delegate (document 19), have considered the following matter and determine the following:
No / Driver 63 - George Russell Competitor Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Time 18:20 Fact The following Power Unit elements have been used: 5th Engine (ICE) 5th Turbocharger (TC) 5th Exhaust Set (EXH)
4th MGU-K
Infringement Breaches of Articles B8.2.2 (read with B8.2.3) of the FIA F1 Regulations.
Decision Drop of 40 grid positions in the next Race in which the driver participates. Reason The penalty is imposed in accordance with Article B8.2.8 of the FIA F1 Regulations. The use of each additional element in this case carries a 10 grid place penalty therefore there is an accumulation of 40 places. Subject to Car 63 being classified in the results of Qualifying, Car 63 will be allocated a grid position in the Race in accordance with Article B2.5.4b.iv 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.