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The change sees the weekend format switched around again to create a more exciting package for teams and fans.
The F1 Commission has decided to make changes to the F1 Sprint weekends this season. The new format, which was introduced last year, received mixed reviews and will be reshuffled. The sessions during the Sprint weekend will be re-ordered, with Free Practice 1 and Sprint Qualifying on Friday, the Sprint and Grand Prix Qualifying on Saturday, and the Grand Prix on Sunday. These changes will be presented to the World Motorsport Council for approval on February 28th. Additionally, the power unit regulations will be adjusted to allow four of each component instead of three, and DRS activation will be permitted earlier in the race. The topics discussed, including the 2026 regulations and minor updates for the upcoming season, await ratification by the FIA World Motor Sport Council.
