The question of impartiality in Formula 1 stewarding returned to the forefront at the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix, and it has now drawn a direct and detailed response from the top of the sport’s governing body. After two drive-through penalties issued at Zandvoort ignited a fierce debate over consistency and fairness, FIA President Mohammed Ben … Read more
On 26 August 2026, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile issued its formal determination covering the first and second Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities review periods for the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship. Published under the authority of Article C4 of the 2026 Formula 1 Technical Regulations, the communication confirms continuity in the competitive order of … Read more
FIA Condemns Abuse After Dutch GP Yellow-Flag Penalties The 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be remembered for a frantic, debris-strewn opening sequence and for what followed away from the circuit. After a heavy opening-lap accident for Max Verstappen triggered double-waved yellow flags and a red-flag stoppage, race stewards imposed drive-through penalties for overtaking … Read more