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Former Formula 1 drivers Damon Hill and Juan Pablo Montoya have defended the sport’s new maligned regulations cycle, with the Colombian describing his era in the sport as “so boring” amid a mooted return to V8 engines.
Former Formula 1 drivers Damon Hill and Juan Pablo Montoya have defended the sport’s new regulations cycle, with Montoya expressing boredom during his era and the potential return to V8 engines. The new hybrid regulations have sparked controversy due to accusations of synthetic racing and safety concerns, exemplified by a recent crash in Suzuka.
Despite refinements before the Miami Grand Prix, FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem announced a timeline for reintroducing V8 engines. Hill praised the new rules as “quite good,” a sentiment echoed by Montoya. Montoya noted the entertainment value of V8 engines contrasting with current technology.
Montoya emphasized the potential benefits of V8 engines for racing quality, while some current drivers, like Lando Norris, advocate for simplifying the regulations. The debate over regulations and engine types continues to shape the narrative in the world of Formula 1.
