P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The traditional F1 weekend format has remained static for some time – but James Vowles has an idea to revamp the entire structure of the weekend.
Williams team principal James Vowles has suggested the idea of transitioning to a two-day grand prix weekend in the future for Formula 1.
Currently, F1 follows a traditional three-day format with practice sessions on Friday, another practice and qualifying on Saturday, and the race on Sunday.
F1 has already started implementing changes with the introduction of sprint races in 2021, which has now increased to six events with potential for further growth.
Singapore’s inclusion in the upcoming sprint calendar has sparked some concerns about overtaking challenges and shifting track conditions, but Vowles remains optimistic about the prospect.
Vowles expressed his support for sprint races while proposing the idea of condensing the weekend schedule to just Saturday and Sunday to potentially allow for more venues on the F1 calendar.
Reducing the number of practice sessions could enhance the spectacle of the sport and potentially enable additional race weekends in the future.
