Gabriel Bortoleto disqualified from Miami GP Sprint after FIA investigation
Audi F1 driver Gabriel Bortoleto
Gabriel Bortoleto’s Miami GP Sprint result came under threat as the FIA investigated a potential technical infringement.
Following the Sprint, a possible engine intake air pressure infringement was noted on Bortoleto’s Audi, prompting an FIA investigation. A breach was duly confirmed, and Bortoleto was disqualified from the Sprint classification.
Gabriel Bortoleto disqualified from Miami GP Sprint results
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Bortoleto had crossed the line P11 in the 19-lap Miami Sprint.
He faced a nervous wait to find out whether his result would stand. It would not.
In the post-Sprint inspections, the FIA’s Formula 1 technical delegate Jo Bauer noted a possible non-compliance with the engine intake air pressure on Bortoleto’s Audi R26.
“After the Sprint, the engine intake air pressure of car number 05 was checked,” the report begins.
“The pressure exceeded the maximum limit of 4.8 barA.
“As this is not in compliance with Article C5.3.2 of the Formula 1 Technical Regulation, I am referring this matter to the stewards for their consideration.”
Following an investigation from the stewards, the breach was confirmed, and Bortoleto was disqualified from the Miami Sprint results.
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