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Circuits could lose F1 races over track limits issues, warns FIA president
The FIA president acknowledges problematic circuits, such as the Lusail International Circuit in Qatar and the Red Bull Ring in Austria, as the main cause of track limit issues. Penalties for track limit infringements have frustrated many drivers, with over 1,200 possible breaches investigated during the Austrian Grand Prix alone. The president believes that the responsibility lies with the circuits to make changes and discourage drivers from running wide, rather than relying solely on the FIA’s policing. Track limits became a major topic of discussion during the Qatar Grand Prix, leading to adjustments to the track boundaries due to safety concerns. Sergio Perez and Lance Stroll criticized the situation, calling it a “joke” and suggesting that the stewards don’t understand Formula 1. The president stresses the need for a solution, including making it slippery off-track and considering the height and composition of kerbs or the possibility of using gravel. The FIA is working on improving technology and resources to prevent track limit confusion in the future.
Source: Motorsport Week
