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Williams

Carlos Sainz incident triggers Williams punishment

Carlos Sainz was mighty quick in first practice; however, he was also very quick in the pit lane!

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Carlos Sainz has triggered a financial punishment for Williams after speeding in the pit lane during first practice ahead of this weekend's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. 

The Spaniard was caught going 93.7 km/h in the pit lane, a sizeable 13.7 km/h over the speed limit. As a result, the Grove-based team have been fined €1,000. 

Breaking the pit lane speed limit is a breach of Article 34.7 of F1's sporting regulations.

Sainz had enjoyed a strong opening session in Imola after going third fastest, behind McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. 

He has turned a definitive corner in recent races, and appears much more settled in Williams than he was in the opening rounds.

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RESULTS 2025 F1 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix - Imola qualifying