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McLaren warns of ‘recipe for disaster’ in urgent push to change F1 starts
McLaren is advocating for F1 to modify the start procedures by the 2026 season due to safety concerns that arose during the pre-season test in Bahrain.
Drivers are facing challenges with the current start procedures, needing to rev their engines for longer periods to overcome turbo lag after the removal of the MGU-H.
This prolonged spooling of engines has led to chaotic and unpredictable starts, raising worries about safety on the grid.
McLaren, led by team principal Andrea Stella, emphasizes the priority of safety over competitive interests in demanding urgent changes to the start procedures.
Oscar Piastri of McLaren expressed concerns about a potential “recipe for disaster” if the start procedures remain unchanged, highlighting the increased risk of losing several positions at the start due to new technical challenges.
Ferrari’s opposition to altering the start sequence, driven by concerns over potential risks, further complicates the push for change in F1’s start procedures.
