P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The can of worms opened by Hamilton and Leclerc’s F1 US GP disqualifications
lap of preparation before the race, making it difficult to assess the wear and tear on the floor planks.The technical breach penalty is standard across all teams and is not specific to Mercedes or Ferrari. Post-race scrutineering is a routine process in Formula 1 to ensure compliance with regulations.The FIA can select cars for further inspection based on various indicators, such as the smell emitted by worn skid plates or the onboard footage showing excessive movements.The fact that Hamilton and Leclerc were singled out suggests that their individual car setups led to the worn floor planks.Verstappen passing scrutineering could indicate a different setup to prevent bottoming-out, despite potential discomfort for the driver.
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