Stewards find no infringement after Albon slows before pit entry

The stewards found no infringement after Alexander Albon slowed on the approach to the pit-entry road ahead of Oscar Piastri. They took no further action, concluding that Albon’s actions did not constitute erratic or unnecessarily dangerous driving in the circumstances.

According to the decision, Albon said he became aware just before entering the pit-entry road that he was below the required delta time, and reduced his speed in an attempt to comply. The stewards said this explained the unusual reduction in speed at that location.

Piastri was following closely and had to brake and take avoiding action, but the decision records that there was no collision or contact. It also says Piastri considered Albon’s explanation understandable.

The FIA had earlier summoned Albon and Piastri over Albon’s alleged erratic driving in the pit-entry road.