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10 Sprint races? FIA agreement heralds new F1 era
The latest Concorde Agreement has been signed, potentially paving the way for an increase in F1 sprint races per season.
All 11 teams, alongside the FIA and FOM, have signed the document governing the sport for the next five years.
Amid new teams like Cadillac entering the sport and major regulation changes, this agreement is crucial.
The possibility of having permanent professional stewards at each race weekend is now being considered.
Reports suggest a restructuring of teams’ entry fees to fund the training and implementation of permanent stewards.
For 2026, there will be six F1 sprint weekends, with tracks like Montreal, Zandvoort, and Singapore hosting them for the first time.
Overall, the Concorde Agreement outlines how F1 will be governed, its financial aspects, and the potential increase in sprint races for the future.
