The FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile) announced that RedBull was found guilty of breaking the rules when Max Verstappen’s team exceeded the established budget limit.
“Oracle Red Bull Racing violated the existing rule regarding the financial rules of the Formula 1 season. The FIA is now determining the actions that need to be taken,” the FIA press release said.
At the international forum, it was also stated that Aston Martin also committed a “procedural violation” of the Formula 1 financial regulations.
Violation of the financial rules of Formula 1 RedBull is threatened with a fine or disqualification of the team
The salary cap in F1 came into force with the last Grand Prix season. It’s a $145 million cap hit, but it’s been cut to $140 million this season.
As reported by dailymail.co.uk, we are talking about a minor violation of the regulations in the amount of about 1.8 million pounds.
According to the quoted source, the Austrian team risks receiving a fine from the FIA or even punishment.
On Sunday, Max Verstappen became the world champion in Formula 1 for the second time at the wheel of a RedBull car.
The team of Verstappen and Sergio Perez also leads the constructors’ standings, close to winning the world championship after eight years of hegemony by the team with Mercedes.
Formula 1, constructors’ standings
1. Red Bull 619 points
2. Ferrari 454
3. Mercedes 387
RedBull last won the Constructors’ title in 2013, when Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber were the team’s drivers.
— Oracle Red Bull Racing (@redbullracing) October 10, 2022
Source: Hot News RO
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