
They also found that Renault did not inform Alonso of the problem or ask him to stop, leading to his front right wheel falling off exiting Turn 9. The stewards concluded that Renault had violated Article 3.2 of F1's Sporting Regulations, which insists that "competitors must ensure that their cars comply with the conditions of eligibility and safety throughout practice and the race."
Renault was also found to be in violation of Article 23.1, which calls for cars to be released from a pitstop only "when it is safe." Should Renault's appeal be upheld, it will be allowed to participate in the European Grand Prix on August 23.
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