P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The United States Grand Prix promoter has been handed a hefty fine that could rise to €500,000 for a premature track invasion at the end of its 2024 Formula 1 race
The United States Grand Prix promoter was fined for a premature track invasion at the end of the 2024 Formula 1 race, with penalties that could reach €500,000. The FIA has been strict on promoters regarding spectator safety on the track during active racing. The US GP promoter, Circuit of The Americas LLC, faced consequences for a track invasion by about 200 spectators while cars were still on track after the race. This breach of safety regulations led to the promoter being charged with failing to prevent an unsafe situation, as per the FIA’s International Sporting Code. Stewards required the promoter to submit a remediation plan addressing the breach and potential future incursion sites, alongside a €500,000 fine, part of which is suspended pending track safety improvements. Past incidents at other Grand Prix events, such as in Australia and Brazil, highlight the importance of maintaining track safety protocols to prevent hazardous outcomes.
