Doc 39 - Post-Qualifying Procedure
Notices/Procedures
2026 Mexico City Grand Prix - Document 39 From: The FIA Formula 1 Media Delegate To: All Teams, All Officials
Post-Qualifying Procedure
The following procedures must be followed by teams and drivers after the qualifying session:
1. Top 3 Drivers Procedure
- Pit Lane Return: The top 3 drivers must return to the Pit Lane and stop at the designated 1, 2, 3 boards.
- Restricted Access: Only team mechanics (with cooling fans), officials, and FIA-approved media/photographers are allowed in the area. No driver physios or team PR personnel.
- Weighing: Top 3 drivers must be weighed by the FIA immediately while fully attired (Helmet, Gloves, etc.).
- Interviews & Media Flow:
- Post-Qualifying interviews in Parc Fermé.
- Backdrop for Top 3 and Pirelli Award photos.
- FIA Press Conference escorted by FIA Media Delegate.
- TV pen interviews.
2. Drivers 4th to 10th and Eliminated Drivers
- Drivers eliminated in Q1/Q2, classified 4th to 10th in Q3, and eligible non-participants must attend the TV pen immediately after being weighed by the FIA.
- Drivers from 4th and beyond without a written media session must be available at the written media zone adjacent to the TV pen.
3. General Weighing & Anti-Doping
- Immediate Scales Access: Drivers finishing outside the top 3 (after Q1/Q2, stopped on track, or top 10 finishers) must proceed directly to the FIA scales through the pit lane immediately after leaving their cars, without external contact or increasing weight (no drinking).
- Anti-Doping: Selected drivers must complete media duties before reporting for anti-doping tests.