P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen believes that the inclusion of the Sprint race format will add further “chaos” to a Formula 1 Chinese
“The Shanghai International Circuit has not hosted an F1 race in five seasons due to the COVID-19 pandemic and travel restrictions, but it returns to the calendar this weekend with a Sprint race format that has been revised for 2024. Teams will have only an hour of practice on a new track surface, adding to the unpredictability. Verstappen expressed concerns about the decision to bring a Sprint event to China but also acknowledged the excitement and chaos it could bring to the weekend. He believes the new Sprint format, with sessions before qualifying, makes more sense. Verstappen’s teammate Perez is also looking forward to the challenge of racing on a circuit he hasn’t experienced with Red Bull before. Ferrari has been a strong contender, with Verstappen acknowledging the close competition and the need for Red Bull to stay at the top of their game to secure victories in a tighter championship battle compared to last year.”
