FIA explains finish of British GP under Safety Car after confusion
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 7:08 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The British Grand Prix concluded under Safety Car conditions at Silverstone after an erroneous message indicated racing would resume. The FIA clarified that a 'Safety Car In This Lap' signal was incorrectly displayed on the penultimate lap. Charles Leclerc won the race as drivers crossed the finish line in formation. The Safety Car was deployed on lap 48 due to Max Verstappen's spin, leading to uncertainty about the race's conclusion. Following the event, the FIA explained that the regulations were properly followed, emphasizing the need to complete a lap after unlapping procedures.
- •Charles Leclerc claims victory at the British GP.
- •Safety Car was deployed after Max Verstappen's spin on lap 48.
- •Erroneous message caused confusion about restarting the race.
- •Drivers finished in controlled formation at the end of lap 52.
- •FIA confirmed regulations were followed correctly post-race.
"The FIA has explained why the British Grand Prix finished under Safety Car conditions after the display of an "erroneous message" had suggested racing was about to resume for the final lap.
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