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McLaren driver Lando Norris has warned that the current length of the Formula 1 race calendar is “not healthy and
The 2024 schedule for Formula 1 is the longest in the sport’s history with 24 rounds, including six sprint weekends. Lando Norris expressed concerns that adding more Sprint races to the already packed calendar of 24 races is not sustainable in the long term. He emphasized the toll it takes on mechanics and team members who have to endure scant rest throughout the season. Norris personally prefers the old, original race format with traditional practice sessions and qualifying setups. Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso have echoed similar sentiments about the demanding F1 calendar, with Alonso expressing doubts about the sustainability of 24 races per season. Despite concerns raised by drivers, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali believes 24 races is currently the optimal number for the sport.
