P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The FIA are planning changes after Red Bull’s post-race protest at the Canadian Grand Prix earlier this year
The FIA is considering raising fees for F1 teams to file post-race protests, following Red Bull’s action at the Canadian Grand Prix. Red Bull contested George Russell’s win by claiming he drove dangerously behind the Safety Car because of Norris’ incident with Piastri. Red Bull alleged that Russell brake-tested Verstappen to gain an advantage, but the stewards dismissed the protest. Toto Wolff criticized Red Bull’s behavior as “petty and childish,” calling for a review of protest fees. The F1 Commission is evaluating adjustments in fees for protests and introducing a fee for investigations, as Russell suggests an increase in the protest fee. F1’s fanbase is expanding globally, reaching 827 million, with significant growth in the US and positive impact from the film ‘F1’ in attracting new fans.
