P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Russell wants automated FIA safety system to suspend F1 races after accidents
“Following a crash while chasing Fernando Alonso, Russell was left screaming for the race to be stopped after his wrecked W15 had bounced back onto the track and come to rest on its side. The aftermath of the crash caused considerable concern amongst F1 fans and observers given the danger it posed. Despite the delay in activating the virtual safety car system, Russell managed to avoid further danger, helped by his race engineer from Aston Martin. Shareholders are considering implementing new safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The incident is currently under review by the FIA, with potential changes planned for the corner in question for the 2025 Australian GP. The governing body maintains that existing safety procedures functioned well during the incident, with yellow flags and other signals being activated promptly. Russell’s call for automated safety procedures is also being assessed for potential implementation.”
