Mercedes incurred a €100 penalty from the FIA following a rule violation by driver George Russell. The incident occurred during the first practice session preceding the Monaco Grand Prix.
Details of the Incident
In a notable lapse, Russell exceeded the permitted pit-lane speed limit of 60 km/h by 0.3 km/h. This infringement aligns with Article B1.6.3a of the FIA Formula 1 Sporting Regulations.
Impact on Performance
Despite the fine, Russell showcased competitive performance during the practice. He finished the session in fifth place, just one second slower than session leader Charles Leclerc. Additionally, he was four tenths of a second behind his teammate Kimi Antonelli, who secured fourth position.
Summary of Penalty and Performance
- Penalty Amount: €100 Fine
- Violation: Exceeding pit lane speed limit by 0.3 km/h
- Race Event: Monaco Grand Prix
- Session: First Practice
- Russell’s Finish: Fifth place
- Time behind Leader: One second adrift of Charles Leclerc
- Teammate Performance: Kimi Antonelli in fourth, four tenths faster than Russell
The fine serves as a reminder for the team to adhere strictly to regulations during the high-pressure environment of Formula 1 racing.
