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The FIA has held talks with the F1 grid ahead of the Qatar GP to address the growing concerns surrounding the sport’s guidelines.
The FIA engaged in discussions with the Formula 1 grid before the Qatar Grand Prix to tackle the escalating concerns about the sport’s regulations. F1 drivers, teams, and fans are increasingly frustrated with the perceived inconsistency in steward decisions, impacting the overall racing experience. Carlos Sainz suggested involving Sky Sports analysts in the decision-making process to ensure more accurate attribution of blame in incidents. Although the 2022 driving standards aimed for uniformity in stewarding, drivers feel they are sometimes applied too rigidly, neglecting the nuances of wheel-to-wheel racing. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the challenges posed by strictly adhering to the rulebook during races. Consequently, drivers advocate for revisions to the FIA racing guidelines to address the growing dissatisfaction with uneven stewarding and seek more balanced and pragmatic officiating in future races.
