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‘A problem with the kids’ – Fernando Alonso shoots down shorter F1 races idea
Fernando Alonso dismisses the idea that shorter F1 races would enhance the sport, stating his preference for longer races. CEO Stefano Domenicali aims to make F1 more appealing to younger audiences by considering changes like more sprint races and shorter grands prix. Alonso suggests that the issue lies more with societal changes than with the sport itself. He advocates for reintroducing refuelling in races to add excitement and strategic depth. Some drivers, like Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli, support the idea of more sprint races for increased activity and engagement. MotoGP’s use of sprint races serves as a model that F1 could potentially adopt in the future.
