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A pair of notable post-Qatar stewards decisions have been announced by the FIA World Endurance Championship concerning teams in both the Hypercar and LMGT3 classes. First, the No. 2 Cadillac V-Seri…
Two notable post-Qatar stewards decisions have been announced by the FIA World Endurance Championship, affecting teams in the Hypercar and LMGT3 classes. The No. 2 Cadillac V-Series.R was disqualified from the March 1 race due to non-compliant bodywork, with rear diffuser strakes not meeting regulations. Despite lack of intent, the stewards ordered the disqualification as the car was outside technical regulations. The No. 83 AF Corse Ferrari moved up to fourth as a result, with the No. 7 Toyota Gazoo Racing also benefiting. In a separate ruling, Vista AF Corse Ferrari LMGT3 team was fined for improperly declared operational staff at the Qatar race. Ferrari’s defense against the fine was rejected by the stewards, who imposed the penalty with a portion payable immediately and the rest suspended until the end of the season. Despite these controversies, the final results of the Qatar race remain unchanged for the LMGT3 category.
