AIX Racing's Joshua Duerksen faced disqualification post-race due to a technical breach, while Rodin Motorsport's Alexander Dunne received dual penalties for on-track incidents and safety car regulation violations. These rulings reshuffled the race standings significantly, promoting several drivers to higher positions.

The aftermath of the sprint race saw scrutiny over technical specifications leading to Duerksen's exclusion and an analysis of driver behavior resulting in Dunne's penalties.

Technical Breach Results in Disqualification

In a significant turn of events following the Formula 2 Sprint Race in Sakhir, AIX Racing’s Joshua Duerksen was disqualified due to non-compliance with technical regulations. The investigation focused on Car 20's diffuser strake height, which fell short of the required minimum by 2mm, violating Article 3.4.1a and 3.4.2 of the F2 Technical Regulations. This decision caused all drivers to move up one position, crowning Hitech TGR's Dino Beganovic as the new third-place finisher.

The stewards meticulously reviewed the situation after the race concluded. During inspections, it was discovered that the diffuser strake of Car 20 did not meet the stipulated height requirements. This discrepancy led to the conclusion that the vehicle breached technical guidelines, necessitating its removal from the official results. Consequently, this adjustment impacted the final leaderboard, altering the standing of multiple competitors and elevating others into higher ranks.

Penalties Altered Race Classification for Dunne

Rodin Motorsport's Alexander Dunne encountered two post-race penalties affecting his classification. Initially penalized for an incident involving Ritomo Miyata's Car 15, Dunne was found at fault after reviewing video evidence and statements from both drivers. This resulted in a five-second time penalty, demoting him from 18th to 19th place. Additionally, Dunne faced another penalty for exceeding the delta time during the second safety car period, further impacting his final position.

The stewards conducted a comprehensive review post-race, examining evidence related to Dunne's actions. In the first instance, they determined Dunne bore primary responsibility for contact with Miyata's vehicle, prompting the imposition of a time penalty. Subsequently, an investigation into safety car protocols revealed that Dunne had failed to adhere to the delta time requirements, violating Article 40.7 of the FIA Formula 2 Sporting Regulations. As a result, he incurred an additional five-second penalty. Both infractions collectively influenced Dunne's final placement, reflecting the importance of adhering strictly to regulations during races. These penalties not only affected Dunne but also elevated AIX Racing’s Cian Shields by one position in the standings.