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Norris: F1 pit exit overtaking ban a "terrible rule", drivers ask for rethink
Drivers are now prohibited from overtaking each other before the end of the pit exit unless there is an obvious issue with the car in front. This rule was implemented in response to drivers using the pitlane and pit exit to create a gap and get clean air for their qualifying lap. However, this has led to issues at certain tracks, such as the tunnelled pit exit in Yas Marina Circuit, where drivers have blocked each other. Many drivers, including Lando Norris and Fernando Alonso, believe that the current qualifying rules are outdated and detract from the excitement of the session. Max Verstappen agrees that a better solution is needed, but the drivers agreed to the change in order to avoid further incidents.
