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F1 seeking grid penalty solution to avoid Sochi Q2 repeat
The FIA is working to find a solution to the Formula 1 engine penalty grid system following a “farcical” Q2 session during Russian Grand Prix qualifying. Under current regulations, drivers who rack up grid penalties as a result of changing power unit components start the race in the order the elements are used, meaning whoever leaves the pitlane first in opening practice will automatically earn the highest grid spot. It prompted a flurry of activity at the start of FP1 in Sochi as Fernando Alonso’s McLaren, driven by Lando Norris, headed a queue of cars waiting at the end of the pitlane ahead of the session getting underway. 5774263478001 CrashTV: It also led to a scenario...
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