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The White flag

Slow-moving vehicle on track ahead.

In Formula 1, a white flag warns drivers that there is a slow-moving vehicle on the track ahead, such as a car that has lost performance or a recovery vehicle. Drivers should be ready to react and take care.

Note that the F1 meaning differs from some other series, where a white flag signals the final lap.

Meaning

Slow-moving vehicle on track ahead.

When it's shown

When a slow car or service vehicle is on the racing surface ahead.

With Race RGB

The white flag is an advisory rather than a race-defining flag, so Race RGB concentrates on the headline flags. It is still a great candidate for a custom Personalised Reaction.

White flag FAQ

What does a white flag mean in F1?

In F1 a white flag warns of a slow-moving vehicle on the track ahead, so drivers should take care.

Does a white flag mean the last lap in F1?

No. That meaning comes from other racing series. In F1 a white flag indicates a slow vehicle ahead.

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