Note to Teams\n\nDate: 26 June 2026\nFrom: The FIA Formula 1 Race Director\nTo: All Teams, All Officials\n\n> In order to ensure that cars are not driven unnecessarily slowly on any laps during and after the end of Qualifying or during reconnaissance lap(s) when the pit exit is opened for the Race, drivers must stay below 1:12.0 between the Safety Car lines shown on the pit lane drawing.\n\nSigned:\nRui Marques\nThe FIA Formula 1 Race Director