P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Racing in wet conditions has become an issue in recent years for Formula 1 – and the sport’s most recent solution to tackle the issue has been abandoned.
The Formula 1 plans to introduce wheel covers during wet conditions were abandoned following a recent test. Wet weather spray has been a growing problem, affecting visibility, and the covers were seen in a test by Ferrari but were deemed not effective enough by the FIA. FIA head Nikolas Tombazis stated that the solution needs to ensure uninterrupted wet weather racing, even if it means compromising on aesthetics. The focus is on finding alternative solutions to prevent race cancellations like at Spa in 2021. The goal is to address the issue of visibility and spray without compromising the integrity of the sport. The search continues for a viable solution that guarantees the safety and continuity of Formula 1 races in wet conditions.
