Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc face stewards over qualifying speeds in Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 3:33 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Formula 1 stewards have summoned Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc following the qualifying session at the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid. Officials are investigating both drivers for allegedly driving unnecessarily slowly during the session. Antonelli, who qualified in second place, is scheduled to meet with stewards at 18:15 local time. Leclerc, who recorded the fifth fastest time, is slated for a hearing at 18:30 local time. This investigation follows the conclusion of qualifying activities at the circuit. Further developments depend on the findings of the stewards following their scheduled reviews with the drivers later this evening.
- •Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc face investigations for driving slowly during qualifying.
- •The qualifying session took place today in Madrid at the Spanish Grand Prix.
- •Antonelli qualified second and Leclerc finished with the fifth fastest time.
- •Stewards will conduct hearings for both drivers starting at 18:15 local time.
- •The investigations follow allegations of unnecessary slow driving on the track.
- 3:33 PMYahoo Sports — Antonelli and Leclerc also summoned by the stewards after Qualifying
"Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc will also have to appear in front of the stewards at the Spanish Grand Prix. Both drivers are being investigated for driving unnecessarily slowly during today's qualifying session in Madrid.
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