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F1 drivers gathered in Qatar on Thursday evening to discuss driving standards and penalties.
A meeting between the FIA and F1 drivers was held in Qatar to discuss driving standards and penalty guidelines.
F1 drivers have expressed concerns about the complexity of the sport’s racing rules in recent months.
The FIA introduced the Driving Standards Guidelines (DSGs) in 2022 to clarify rules around overtaking and defending, with updates made based on driver feedback.
Specific case studies from the 2025 season were discussed, highlighting different scenarios like overtaking, track limits, and the application of rules in corners.
The meeting emphasized an open and frank exchange of ideas and the need for ongoing collaboration between drivers and the FIA to refine the DSGs.
Although no immediate changes will be made, the FIA will consider feedback from the drivers in future revisions of the guidelines, in coordination with the GPDA and FIA Drivers’ Commission.
