Doc 67 - Decision - Car 77 - Turn 15 Incident
Infringements/Decisions
📋 Incident Decision Summary
- Document No.: 67
- Date: 26 September 2026
- Time: 19:39
- Competitor: Cadillac Formula 1 Team
- Car / Driver: Car 77 - Valtteri Bottas
- Session: Race (Time: 16:43)
🔍 Fact
Car 77 left the track at Turn 15 and made contact with the wall. After exiting the car and replacing the steering wheel, the driver remained in the vicinity of the car for a period of time, including inspecting the rear of the car.
⚠️ Infringement
- Alleged breach of Article 12.2.1.h of the FIA International Sporting Code.
⚖️ Decision
No further action.
📝 Reason
- Driver & Team Hearing: The Stewards heard from Valtteri Bottas and the team representative, and reviewed video evidence.
- Explanation: Bottas explained that he exited the car, replaced the steering wheel, and went to the rear of the car to check for potential technical issues (believing he experienced a rear brake failure).
- Steward's Findings:
- The driver remained near the car rather than moving promptly to a place of safety.
- Bottas acknowledged he could have left more quickly and committed to doing so in similar future circumstances.
- Considering the car's location and track conditions, the situation did not present a significant level of danger.
- Conclusion: No further action is required.