"The DRS works as an overtaking aid in F1 by allowing drivers within a second of the car in front to open a flap in the rear wing, reduce drag and increase top speed during races. DRS is also available to drivers in the permitted zones around the circuit throughout qualifying. The maximum opening of the flap is 85mm, but post-session checks found both Williams cars to be beyond the limit."
"The maximum opening of the flap is 85mm, but post-session checks found both Williams cars to be beyond the limit. "During post-qualifying scrutineering, the rear wing of the car was found to be noncompliant with the Technical Regulations," a stewards' statement said. "The uppermost rear wing element adjustable positions were checked. The DRS in the state of deployment exceeded the maximum limit of 85 mm on both sides of the rear wing outer area."
Both Williams cars were disqualified from Saturday's qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix after post-session checks found the DRS flap opening exceeded the 85mm regulatory limit. Alex Albon had qualified 12th and Carlos Sainz 13th but will start the race from the back of the grid. DRS allows drivers within one second to open a rear-wing flap to reduce drag and increase top speed, and it is available in qualifying zones. Williams' pre-qualifying measurements had shown compliance, but FIA officials measured a larger gap. Williams accepted the FIA measurement and acknowledged the rear wing did not meet technical requirements.
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