Document 52 - Infringement - Car 18 - More than one change of direction

To: The Team Manager, Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team From: The Stewards Date: 07 December 2025 Time (Document Issued): 19:05

Incident Details

• No / Driver: 18 - Lance Stroll
• Competitor: Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team
• Time (Incident): 18:24
• Session: Race
• Fact: Car 18 made more than one change of direction to defend its position.
• Infringement: Breach of Appendix L, Chapter IV, Article 2 b) of the International Sporting Code.

Decision

• Penalty: 5-second time penalty.
• Penalty Points: 1 penalty point (total of 6 for the 12-month period).

Reason for Decision

The Stewards reviewed video and in-car video evidence. Car 18 made multiple moves while defending against Car 55 on the straight before Turn 9. This action constitutes a breach of the regulations.

Right of Appeal

Competitors are reminded of their right to appeal certain decisions of the Stewards, in accordance with Article 15 of the FIA International Sporting Code and Chapter 4 of the FIA Judicial and Disciplinary Rules, within the applicable time limits.

Stewards' Statement

Decisions made by the Stewards are independent of the FIA and are based solely on the relevant regulations, guidelines, and evidence presented.

Stewards Present

• Garry Connelly
• Derek Warwick
• Mathieu Remmerie
• Mohammed Al Hashmi