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Ferrari believes that Formula 1 can be more stringent and consistent with some of its regulations, pointing to Max Verstappen’s controversial first title.
Ferrari chairman John Elkann believes that the FIA needs to provide more clarity on certain Formula 1 rules, citing the controversial Safety Car restart during Max Verstappen’s championship-winning race in 2021. Elkann expressed that situations like these cannot be repeated and emphasized the importance of defining clear rules and applications, especially in light of the evolving technologies and the focus on carbon-neutrality in the sport. He also referenced Carlos Sainz’s penalty in Vegas, where he was penalized 10 places through no fault of his own. Elkann praised Red Bull’s dominance this year but suggested that it would be concerning if other teams couldn’t catch up, as competition is what drives the sport.
