THE STORY
During the 2018 Bahrain Grand Prix, Ferrari driver Kimi Räikkönen was released from his pit stop with an incomplete tire change. The premature departure struck mechanic Francesco Cigarini, causing a double leg fracture. Räikkönen retired from the race, and Ferrari was fined €50,000 for the unsafe release. (formula1.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Ferrari, Kimi Raikkonen
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident highlighted the critical importance of precise coordination during pit stops and led to increased scrutiny of team procedures to prevent similar accidents in the future.