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FIA refers Audi’s FP2 cover handling to Mexico City stewards

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FIA technical delegate Jo Bauer referred Audi’s FP2 handling of covered equipment to the Mexico City Grand Prix stewards, saying the actions did not comply with Article B3.3.

From the GPBeat newsroomPublished · · 1 min

FIA Formula 1 technical delegate Jo Bauer has referred Audi’s handling of covered equipment during second practice at the Mexico City Grand Prix to the stewards for consideration, saying the actions did not comply with Article B3.3 of the 2026 Formula One Regulations.

Bauer’s report says Audi placed a soft cover just behind the front axle while working in car 05’s battery-pack area, blocking the view. The team also carried a completely covered floor out of the garage, through the pit lane and back.

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  1. PRIMARY SOURCEDoc 29 - Covering of Components on Car 05 during FP2FIA F1 decision documents