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Formula 1 drivers will not be allowed to stop in the fast lane of the pits during qualifying sessions for
In order to prevent close calls during qualifying, the sport’s governing body has implemented a maximum lap time for all laps completed during the sessions. However, this change has faced criticism from drivers who were recently involved in incidents in Mexico where they blocked the pitlane during Q1. Despite this, they were not penalized as the FIA acknowledged that the maximum lap time delta was partly responsible for the incidents. Drivers, including Max Verstappen, have expressed their dissatisfaction with the situation, arguing that the pitlane is the only safe place to create a gap between cars while respecting the lap time delta. As a result of the concerns raised by drivers and team bosses, F1 race director Niels Wittich has announced changes for the upcoming weekend, emphasizing that drivers are not allowed to unnecessarily slow down or stop in the fast lane of the pitlane.
Forrás: Motorsport Week
