High-Speed Offense – Sandro Holzem (Audi) Penalized
In a shocking turn of events, former DTM driver Sandro Holzem was caught speeding at an alarming rate of 241.6 km/h during the second training session at Zandvoort, amidst a Full Course Yellow phase. Holzem will now be racing for the remainder of the GT Masters season on probation!
During the second training session of the ADAC GT Masters, Land-Motorsport driver Sandro Holzem was caught committing a significant speed offense during a Full Course Yellow phase. The former DTM driver was clocked at speeds of up to 241.6 km/h in his Audi during the yellow flag phase. The permissible speed limit during the neutralization phase is 80 km/h, to ensure stranded vehicles can be safely recovered by track officials. This means that the Audi driver was exceeding the speed limit by a staggering 161.6 km/h. As a consequence of this offense, the Holzem brothers‘ car, driven by Juliano and Sandro, will have to start the first race of the ADAC GT Masters from the pit lane at the Dutch North Sea coast. Additionally, Holzem will be excluded from one ADAC GT Masters race weekend this year if he is found speeding in relation to flag signals again.
In conclusion, this high-speed offense by Sandro Holzem has not only resulted in immediate penalties for the driver and his team but also raises concerns about safety and adherence to regulations in the world of motorsports. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of following rules and regulations on the track to ensure the safety of all participants and officials.