Order of Exclusions and Adjustments

In Simple Terms

This rule establishes that the Cost Cap Administration (the governing body that oversees team spending limits) decides the specific order in which costs are excluded and adjusted when calculating a team's total spending. The order they choose is then documented in official reporting guidelines that teams must follow.

• The Cost Cap Administration has authority to determine the sequence of cost exclusions and adjustments
• The chosen order must be clearly documented in the Reporting Documentation so all teams follow the same rules
• This prevents teams from manipulating their spending calculations by choosing favorable exclusion orders
• Consistency in methodology ensures fair competition across all F1 teams