P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Why Red Bull was hit with ‘significant penalty’ for trying to remove Lando Norris grid tape
The FIA found Red Bull guilty of a safety breach involving a team member and imposed a €50,000 fine, with €25,000 suspended for the season. The incident occurred at the United States Grand Prix regarding Lando Norris’s grid spot. This was due to the team member not following the instructions of officials related to grid procedure before the race start. The team member attempted to remove tape from Norris’s grid slot, disrupting the closing of the gate for the race. Despite the team’s arguments, the FIA deemed the actions a safety breach and imposed the financial penalty. The stewards emphasized the importance of following safety protocols and suspended a portion of the penalty to prevent future violations.
