It doesn't matter. If a driver is penalised for a reason, and everyone else who did the same, must be equal for all, regardless of whether it makes a difference or not.
You would be happier if Neuville was 9:13.0 from the lead instead of 9:03.0 and 1:31.7 ahead of Tidemand instead of 1:21.7?
Dates for Round 1 of the 2026 European Rally Championship are 17th-19th April.
[ERC] Rally Sierra Morena 2026