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The FIA Single Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis has warned Formula 1 teams that any exploitation of its forthcoming new regulations would amount to “suicide”.
FIA Single Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis has issued a stark warning to Formula 1 teams, stating that any attempt to exploit the new regulations would be “suicide.”
The 2026 season will bring significant changes to the sport with new technical regulations, leaving teams scrambling to interpret them.
Renowned technical expert Adrian Newey has described the new rules as “scary,” indicating the challenges teams face in adapting.
Various figures in F1, such as Williams boss James Vowles, have called for adjustments to make it easier for drivers.
Tombazis emphasized the importance of clarity and transparency, warning against teams seeking advantages through ambiguous interpretations.
The FIA’s priority is to ensure that all teams have a clear understanding of the regulations to avoid controversies like the one surrounding Mercedes’ Dual Axis System.
