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Sprint races have divided opinion ever since their introduction during the 2021 season – now a new proposal to shake up the alternate race weekends has come to light.
Ex-Formula 1 team owner Eddie Jordan believes that Formula 1 should implement a radical change to the current sprint race format, arguing that it adds extra pressure on drivers and teams with limited practice time. Despite his personal dislike for sprint events, Jordan suggests that they could be beneficial for young drivers by providing them with an opportunity to showcase their talent. Jordan proposed that if sprint races are to continue, they should be exclusively reserved for drivers who have not completed 10 Grand Prix races. Former F1 driver David Coulthard supports this idea, emphasizing that placing young drivers in a race environment will give teams a more accurate assessment of their F1 potential. Coulthard highlights the difference in pressure and intensity between junior formulas and Formula 1, suggesting that sprint races could help identify drivers who are truly prepared for the challenges of the sport.
