“This is a serious matter” — why the FIA just fined Racing Bulls €30,000
The FIA has fined Racing Bulls €30,000 following an incident during the Formula 1 practice session in Canada. Liam Lawson's car experienced a hydraulic failure, leading to a red flag situation that disrupted the session. The fine was imposed for breaching regulations regarding the car's clutch disengagement system, with a portion of the penalty suspended for future compliance.
- ▪Racing Bulls was fined €30,000 after Liam Lawson's car broke down during practice in Canada.
- ▪The incident caused a red flag due to difficulties in moving the car from the track.
- ▪The fine was related to a breach of Article C9.3 of the FIA F1 Regulations concerning the clutch disengagement system.
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