FIA Fines US Grand Prix Organizers €500,000 After Track Invasion

A security breach at the Circuit of the Americas led to fans entering the track during the cooldown lap, prompting an FIA investigation and financial penalties.

• Approximately 200 fans breached security by climbing fences and entering the track during the cooldown lap at the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.
• The FIA has imposed a €500,000 fine on the race promoters, with €350,000 suspended until 2026, contingent on no further incidents.
• The incident marked the first track invasion at the Circuit of the Americas in its 12-year history hosting Formula One races.
• Organizers are required to submit a formal remediation plan by the end of the year to prevent future security breaches.
• Ferrari's Charles Leclerc won the race, leading a Ferrari 1-2 finish, while Lando Norris received a time penalty, affecting his podium placement.

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