P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Several Formula 1 team bosses have welcomed changes to the F1 Sprint format for the 2024 season which have now
“Last weekend’s Chinese Grand Prix introduced the first Sprint race of the F1 season, along with a revised racing format. The changes included a single Free Practice session on Friday, followed by the Sprint Shootout and Sprint and Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday, leading to the main race on Sunday. The altered format also allowed for parc ferme restrictions to be lifted, enabling teams to make adjustments to their cars between the Saturday sessions. This adjustment was welcomed by teams, as it provided more opportunities for car tuning and balance improvements. Aston Martin’s performance director noted the challenges faced due to the lack of recent data from the track, resulting in significant tweaks between the Sprint and Grand Prix races.”
