The AustralianGP promoter has been found in serious breach of FIA security protocols and safety measures after F1 fans invaded the track before the race had ended ⬇️
In an unusual step, The Australian Grand Prix Corporation was formally summoned to the stewards after the conclusion of a chaotic third round of the 2023 world championship at Albert Park that was red-flagged on three occasions.after"a large group of spectators managed to break the security lines and accessed the track while the race was still ongoing," per the FIA's explanation.
Fans were also able to reach the stranded Haas of Nico Hulkenberg which parked on the exit of Turn 2 after finishing seventh, which the stewards said"still had its light flashing red ". It found event organisers were in breach of Article 12.2.1.h of the FIA's International Sporting Code and has requested that the promoter"urgently present a formal remediation plan to the FIA".
In its judgement, the stewards revealed that the AGPC had"candidly admitted" to failures that had led to"an unacceptable situation that could have had disastrous consequences".
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