Nico Rosberg investigated over alleged qualifying breach at British Grand Prix

Nico Rosberg in action at the Spanish GP on May 14, 2016
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Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg is under investigation for allegedly breaching rules in qualifying for the British Grand Prix.

Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg is under investigation after allegedly breaching rules during qualifying for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on Saturday.

The 31-year-old is believed to have exceeded the maximum time between both safety car lines before going on to qualify second behind teammate and championship rival Lewis Hamilton.

A statement read: "Alleged breach of Article 27.5 of the FIA Formula One Sporting Regulations, exceeding the maximum time set by the FIA between the Safety Car line after the pit exit and Safety Car line before the pit entry at 13.05."

Rosberg could face a grid penalty if the stewards' office deems him guilty of the rule breach.

Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes celebrates his win on the podium during the Canadian Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on June 12, 2016
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