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‘It would be cool!’ McLaren boss wants to bring back dangerous F1 practice
McLaren boss Zak Brown supports bringing back refuelling in Formula 1, suggesting it would add an intriguing strategic dimension to the sport. Safety concerns led to the ban on refuelling over a decade ago, with incidents such as Jos Verstappen’s and Eddie Irvine’s cars catching fire causing alarm but not major injuries. Brown believes reintroducing refuelling would make pit stops more strategic, as teams would have to decide on fuel load and race tactics. Despite the support from figures like Brown and Lewis Hamilton, logistical and cost issues make the return of refuelling to F1 unlikely. While the Verstappen incident remains infamous, it serves as a reminder of the risks involved in making changes to pit stop procedures in the sport.
