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Former Max Verstappen Team Principal Franz Tost has explained why “top drivers” like the Dutchman are disadvantaged by the new F1 regulations.
Former Max Verstappen Team Principal Franz Tost has explained why top drivers like Verstappen are disadvantaged under the new Formula 1 regulations. Verstappen has struggled to meet his usual standards with the latest F1 regulations in place, currently sitting in seventh place in the standings. Tost, who oversaw Verstappen’s debut in 2015, shed light on the challenges associated with the 50-50 engine split. The current regulations, particularly the 50/50 engine split, have affected supremely talented drivers like Verstappen, as they can no longer brake at the last moment, impacting their cornering performance. Tost believes criticism from drivers like Verstappen will prompt further tweaks to the regulations but warns that Mercedes, as the leaders, may resist change. The competitive landscape in F1 is set to change with more rule tweaks and a push for parity among power unit manufacturers, potentially benefiting drivers like Verstappen.
