Doc 72 - Infringement - Car 44 - False start - Moving before start signal

Incident Details

Reason

The Stewards reviewed video, timing and in-car video evidence. The Stewards determined that after the third red light was illuminated, and before the start signal was given, Car 44 moved. This was clearly visible on the on-board footage by reference to the yellow Pirelli lettering on the tyre, which rotated upwards and forwards before the lights were extinguished. The fact that the movement was limited does not negate the infringement. Any such movement in that interval constitutes a false start / moving before the start signal. The Stewards therefore find that Car 44 was in breach of Article B5.11.1 of the FIA F1 Regulations and impose the standard penalty for minor movements.