Formula 1 driver Lando Norris avoided a penalty for a "false start" at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix due to transponder not indicating a jump start.
Formula 1 driver Lando Norris avoided a penalty for a "false start" at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as the FIA confirmed his car's transponder did not indicate a jump start despite moving forward before the lights went out. Mercedes' George Russell raised the alarm, but stewards decided no further action was needed. Norris' limited movement remained within existing tolerances, and he finished the race in 8th place.
March 10, 2024
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