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FIA Stewarding Bombshell: Offenses, Penalties, and Maximum Points Revealed

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
June 26, 2025
in Motorsports
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FIA Stewarding Bombshell: Offenses, Penalties, and Maximum Points Revealed

Breaking News: FIA Unleashes Fury with Strict F1 Penalty Guidelines

The FIA has pulled back the curtain on their penalty point guidelines, sending shockwaves through the Formula 1 community. With a bold move towards transparency, the FIA has made public their stewarding penalty guidelines, shedding light on the intricate web of consequences for drivers in the sport.

Revealing a comprehensive list of around 100 offenses that can occur during a race weekend, the guidelines specify the exact number of penalty points each action can trigger. Drivers beware, as these penalty points could potentially lead to a one-race ban if the limit of 12 points on their Super License within a year is breached.

The highest form of punishment, an immediate race disqualification and a whopping five penalty points, awaits those who dare to ignore the black flag or drive with significant damage despite the black-and-orange flag warning. Following closely behind is the severe penalty for failing to adhere to red flags, which could result in disqualification and four penalty points.

In the high-stakes world of Formula 1, even minor infractions can lead to penalties. From failing to respect yellow flags (up to three penalty points) to not yielding when shown the blue flag (two penalty points), every move on the track is scrutinized.

One of the most common violations, causing a collision, can carry up to three penalty points depending on the gravity of the incident. On-track penalties such as time penalties or even drive-through penalties are at the stewards’ disposal for such offenses.

Drivers are strictly forbidden from making erratic moves while defending their position or during braking. Any such dangerous maneuvers can result in penalties ranging from a five-second time penalty to a drive-through penalty, accompanied by up to three penalty points on their Super License.

The FIA’s penalty guidelines also address overtaking under Safety Car conditions, forcing opponents off-track, and overtaking the Safety Car itself, all of which come with their own set of penalties and potential points on the driver’s Super License.

While the FIA emphasizes that these penalty guidelines serve as a reference for stewards and are subject to individual assessment, the message is clear: play by the rules or face the consequences.

In the cutthroat world of Formula 1, where every move can make or break a race, the FIA’s penalty guidelines stand as a stark reminder of the unforgiving nature of the sport. Drivers must tread carefully on the razor’s edge between aggression and recklessness, knowing that one wrong move could spell disaster for their championship ambitions.

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