The most recent gathering of the Formula 1 Commission revisited plans for a rookie sprint race and examined updates to the starting procedures for Grands Prix.
The Formula 1 Commission, comprised of representatives from F1, the FIA, and all 10 teams, met to refine and advance proposed changes within the sport.
The idea of a rookie sprint race, initially proposed for the post-season Abu Dhabi test, received strong support but was postponed beyond 2024 due to logistical issues. The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to exploring this concept further in 2025 with the aim of debuting it in 2026. The sprint race would provide additional race experience for F1 team-affiliated drivers, supplementing current opportunities for rookies to participate in various programs.
In addition, the Commission confirmed revisions to the race start procedure, prompted by a recent incident in the São Paulo GP. The new protocol, set for implementation in 2025, will address grid procedures when a car is withdrawn.
Several technical and financial regulation changes were reviewed for 2025, including the addition of a driver cooling kit and the exclusion of sustainability-related costs. The updated Sporting Regulations for 2026 will also include gender-neutral language.
Progress in drafting the 2026 regulations was acknowledged, with a comprehensive framework set to be presented at the FIA’s first World Motor Sport Council meeting of 2025.
Nov 13, 2024
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