Doc 45 - Post-Race Procedure

NOTE TO TEAMS: POST-RACE INTERVIEWS & PODIUM CEREMONY PROCEDURE <br><br>In addition to Article B10.2 of the FIA F1 Regulations, the following procedure applies: <br><br> 🏁 Post-Race & Weighing <br>- Top 3 Drivers: Return to the Pit Lane (1, 2, 3 boards) after the chequered flag. <br>- Weighing: Mandatory weighing in full attire (Helmet, Gloves, etc.). Water will be provided in Parc Fermé afterwards. <br>- Access Control: Only essential personnel allowed (mechanics with cooling fans, officials, approved media). Team PR and physios must wait outside the cool down room. <br>- Winning Car: Must be pushed back before interviews start. <br><br> 🎤 Post-Race Interviews <br>- Conducted in Parc Fermé by the Commercial Rights Holder. <br>- Suit Rule (Article B10.2.2): Drivers finishing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd must keep their Driving Suits 'done up' to the neck throughout the ceremony and interviews. <br><br> 🏆 Podium Ceremony Order <br>1. 3rd & 2nd Drivers move to respective podium steps. <br>2. Winning Driver announced and moves to the podium. <br>3. National Anthems and flag display. <br>4. Trophy presentation order: Winning Driver -> FIA Medal for the Winning Driver -> Representative of the Winning Constructor -> 2nd Place Driver -> 3rd Place Driver. <br><br> 🎙️ Media & Post-Ceremony <br>- Top 3: Escorted to the TV pen, then the FIA Press Conference. <br>- 4th Place and Beyond: Proceed directly to the TV pen after weighing in Parc Fermé. Must remain fully attired until weighed. Available in the written media zone after TV interviews. <br>- Retired Drivers: Must report to the TV/written media pen upon returning to the paddock. <br>- Anti-Doping: Selected drivers must complete all media commitments before testing. <br><br> > Please refer to the attached Post-Race Podium Ceremony and Parc Fermé Diagram for layout details.