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IndyCar and the series’ Independent Officiating Board have announced an operational change to full course yellow procedures going forward. When deciding when to upgrade a local yellow to a full safety car period, Race Control will no longer consider if a pit stop cycle is in progress. The announcement confirmed multiple other factors will remain […]
IndyCar and the series’ Independent Officiating Board have announced a change in full course yellow procedures moving forward, eliminating the consideration of ongoing pit stop cycles when deciding to upgrade a local yellow to a full safety car period. The decision process will still involve factors such as driver egress, vehicle position, safety team locations, and other safety-related elements. The change comes after a hazardous incident involving Alexander Rossi at the Sonsio Grand Prix, prompting a review of the protocol for transitioning from a local to a full course yellow. The adjustments aim to prioritize safety concerns and will expedite the assessment process without factoring in competitive considerations. IndyCar president Doug Boles emphasized the paramount importance of ensuring the safety of all involved in racing, underlining the need for alignment on this core mission. The new procedure will be immediately put into effect, with no retroactive impact on past race results.
