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Verstappen believes HALF of F1 teams would be disqualified with rule change
Four-time champion Max Verstappen believes that if F1’s post-race rules were revamped, half of the teams on the grid would be disqualified. This year, FIA inspections lacked the capacity to thoroughly check every car after each race. Verstappen, anticipating new regulations for 2026, criticizes the current inspection process, suggesting that many teams dodge disqualification due to luck. Despite acknowledging the logistical challenges of inspecting every car, he maintains that stricter checks would reveal widespread breaches. Verstappen’s concerns stem from instances like the 2025 disqualifications of top drivers due to failed post-race inspections. While the FIA aims to prevent such lucky escapes, incidents like the double disqualification of McLaren drivers in Las Vegas underscore the need for more comprehensive checks, even if met with resistance from some drivers like Verstappen.
