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Carlos Sainz believes drivers should focus their criticism of F1’s new cars in private forums
Carlos Sainz believes public criticism of Formula 1’s new cars should be kept private to avoid self-harming for the series. The 2026 car regulations received immense backlash following the Australian Grand Prix qualifying session. Drivers like Lando Norris and Max Verstappen expressed disappointment, highlighting issues with the 50/50 split in energy deployment leading to speed drops. The driver briefing in Melbourne got heated as drivers pushed for changes in the regulations. Sainz emphasized the importance of constructive feedback and discussions with FIA officials like Stefano Domenicali. Despite his struggles in qualifying, Sainz remains focused on addressing the fundamental issues with the hybrid system and hopes for improvements in the future.
