In the aftermath of the F1 Academy Reverse Grid Race held in Montreal, three drivers have been penalized for their roles in collisions during the race. These decisions have significantly altered the final standings.
Penalties Overview
- Alba Larsen: 5-second penalty for causing a collision with Emma Felbermayr.
- Ella Lloyd: 5-second penalty for colliding with Rachel Robertson.
- Autumn Fisher: 5-second penalty for hitting Ava Dobson.
Details of Each Incident
Alba Larsen, driving for Ferrari, was found responsible for colliding with Felbermayr at Turn 8. The Stewards noted that Larsen did not position her front axle properly as she approached the corner, leading to the incident that spun Felbermayr, who drives for Audi.
Similarly, Ella Lloyd received a penalty after her collision with Rachel Robertson at Turn 14. The Stewards concluded that Robertson did not brake prior to the crash, placing full blame on Lloyd, who represents McLaren.
Autumn Fisher faced penalties for a collision with Ava Dobson at Turn 7. Video evidence indicated that Fisher could not avoid the incident but acknowledged it was her mistake. The Stewards ruled that Fisher was entirely at fault, representing American Express.
Race Impact
The penalties led to significant shifts in the race results:
- Alba Larsen: Dropped from 3rd to 11th place.
- Ella Lloyd: Dropped from 7th to 13th place.
- Autumn Fisher: Moved from 13th to 14th place.
With these changes, Kaylee Countryman was elevated to second place, while Payton Westcott secured the final podium position. Natalia Granada moved up to fourth, followed by Lisa Billard, Emma Felbermayr, Megan Bruce, and Rafaela Ferreira. The Racing Bulls driver finished in eighth place, securing the last point of the race.
