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FIA returns maximum time limit rule for all F1 qualifying laps
Race director Niels Wittich has expanded the rule of maximum lap time to include all laps in qualifying in order to prevent dangerous driving and impeding. The trial at Monza was successful with no incidents of impeding noted. However, at the Singapore Grand Prix, the enforcement of this rule was paused, resulting in chaotic jostling for track position. Max Verstappen escaped penalty for impeding. For the Japanese Grand Prix, drivers must stay below the maximum time set by the FIA between the Safety Car lines. Exceeding this time limit may result in penalties, although there is no guarantee based on the precedent set in Monza. Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz were not penalized for circulating slower than the time limit at the Italian Grand Prix after deviating from the racing line.
Source: Motorsport Week
