Tag: Singapore Grand Prix

Sergio Perez has retained his Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix win after stewards issued him with a reprimand and single-time penalty for safety car infringements. Perez's win at Marina Bay was in doubt after more than 10 car lengths - twice - fell behind the safety car, with Ferrari boss Mattia Binotto saying he expected a penalty for the Mexican. As he cleared 7.5 seconds from Charles Leclerc, he held on for the win. The Red Bull driver faced an investigation by stewards after winning the Singapore race because it is suspected that he did not stay within 10 car lengths of the safety car during the last full safety car period. However, in a ruling issued at 01:42 local time on Monday morning, the stewards decided to slap Perez with a five-second penalty and a reprimand. Officia...