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The FIA has responded to speculation that recent added wording to the F1 technical regulations was directly linked to a rumoured asymmetrical braking system on the Red Bull RB20.
The FIA has denied claims that recent changes in F1’s technical regulations were aimed at addressing a specific team’s use of a banned braking system. Speculation arose that an asymmetrical braking system might have been utilized by a team, prompting the governing body to take preventive action. Following a meeting of the FIA World Motor Sport Council, additional language was introduced to explicitly prohibit any mechanism that could create intentionally uneven braking forces. While there were rumors implicating Red Bull, no concrete evidence suggested any team was currently employing such a system. The decision to update the regulations was made with input from all F1 teams to eliminate potential loopholes and maintain a fair playing field. The FIA emphasized that the revision was a precautionary measure to safeguard against future infractions as F1 moves towards a comprehensive rulebook in 2026. Ultimately, the goal was to uphold the integrity of the sport and ensure adherence to technical standards across all teams.
