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F1 is in the process of revising sporting regulations to restrict A/B teams from colluding where one can assist the other during the course of a Grand Prix.
Formula 1 is revising sporting regulations to prevent A/B teams like Red Bull and Racing Bulls from collaborating during Grand Prix races. This issue has been a contentious topic as seen in the 2023 Singapore Grand Prix when Red Bull used its junior squad to prevent Lando Norris from scoring a World Championship point.
McLaren’s CEO Zak Brown criticized the tactic, stating it goes against fair sporting practices. Brown expressed concern over regulations allowing A/B team tactics and called for the FIA to address the issue.
The FIA is working on revising operational regulations to prevent close relationships between teams from providing unfair advantages. Their focus is on creating a fairer playing field by setting provisions that restrict collaboration between closely affiliated teams.
This move aims to ensure that teams with different levels of affiliation cannot manipulate the competition. The FIA is putting measures in place to prevent sharing of designs or any unfair advantages between teams.
