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The FIA have announced their punishment for Mercedes after F1 star George Russell sped in the pitlane at the Monaco Grand Prix
The FIA stewards have sanctioned George Russell and Mercedes for their actions during FP1 at the Monaco Grand Prix, as Russell was found to have exceeded the pit lane speed limit.
During the opening practice session, Mercedes’ dominance was challenged by Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton setting the fastest times, followed by Kimi Antonelli and Russell in fourth and fifth respectively, while Max Verstappen returned to the top spot in P3.
Russell was found in Breach of Article B1.6.3a of the FIA F1 Regulations for speeding in the pit lane with a recorded speed of 60.3 km/h, resulting in a €100 fine for Mercedes.
Practice at the Monaco Grand Prix continues with FP2 at 17:00 local time today (16:00 UK time), with FP3 scheduled for Saturday, followed by the crucial qualifying session and the race on Sunday.
