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The Formula 2 Feature Race in Baku saw Invicta Racing's Kush Maini facing two post-race penalties. The first was a disqualification from the race classification, stemming from a technical violation. The Technical Delegate's report indicated that Maini's car failed to engage the start-up procedure at the beginning of the race, a requirement outlined in the FIA Formula 2 Technical Regulations and the F2 2024 System User Manual. This technical breach led to the driver's disqualification.
The second penalty levied against Maini was a 10-second time penalty, later converted into a five-place grid penalty due to his failure to finish the race. The Stewards determined that Maini's failure to engage the Start Set Up Procedure resulted in his car stalling on the grid, directly causing a collision at the race's start. Based on this, the Stewards deemed Maini wholly responsible for the collision. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of adhering to technical regulations and executing procedures flawlessly in motorsport.
Maini's penalties will have a significant impact on his championship standings and highlight the meticulous scrutiny applied to driver actions in Formula 2. The incident also underscores the critical role of technical regulations in ensuring fair competition and the safety of all participants.