P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur defended the new engine regulations in Formula 1, rejecting claims that the racing has become “artificial.”
Drivers like Max Verstappen and Lando Norris criticized the complexity and driving style required by the 2026 rules, with some dubbing the races as “yo-yo racing.”
Vasseur highlighted the excitement and overtaking seen in the first three events, contrary to some critics’ opinions.
He argued that the new overtaking modes are less artificial than the previous Drag Reduction System (DRS) used in F1.
Nigel Mansell, a former world champion, criticized the new rules, calling some overtakes “totally false” due to computer-controlled power boosts.
Despite differing opinions, discussions on improving the racing spectacle in F1 are ongoing among teams and officials.
