How F1’s 9mm Plank Rule Works (Why Hamilton Lost His Podium) #formula1 #f1technology #podcast #f1

Hamilton Lost His F1 Pod🏎️ Lewis Hamilton finished SECOND at the 2023 United States Grand Prix. Hours later, his podium finish was GONE!

What happened?

F1 officials discovered excessive wear on the plank and skid assembly underneath his Mercedes.

Formula 1 regulations required a minimum thickness of 9mm at designated inspection points. Hamilton’s car failed the test, and Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari did too.

Both drivers were disqualified, promoting Lando Norris to second and Carlos Sainz to third.

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Source: Formula 1 / FIA 2023 United States Grand Prix technical regulations and stewards’ decisions.

#F1 #LewisHamilton #Formula1 #F1Engineering #Shortsium Over a 9mm Rule! 🤯

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