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Max Verstappen has led calls to remove or alter the “extremely dangerous” directive issued on Thursday which prevents drivers from
In recent Formula 1 races, drivers have been forced to stop in the pitlane due to the FIA’s maximum lap time rules implemented to decrease traffic during qualifying. The Race Director issued a new directive for the Brazilian Grand Prix, prohibiting the creation of a gap in the fast lane of the pits. Drivers were instructed to stay as left as possible if they wanted to create a gap in the pitlane, but the length and narrowness of the Interlagos pit exit led to several close calls during qualifying. Drivers, including the reigning champion Max Verstappen, criticized the rule, stating it creates more trouble and dangerous situations. Grid penalties and reprimands were handed out for impeding in the pitlane, causing frustration among the drivers. The overall sentiment is that the increasing number of rules is causing chaos in qualifying sessions.
Forrás: Motorsport Week
