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F1 teams face an uncertain future in 2026, and FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis has explained what to expect.
FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis has emphasized the significant challenge awaiting F1 teams in the upcoming season with new regulations.
Both the chassis and power unit rules have been completely revamped, leading to uncharted territory for the teams.
While this change is seen as a chance for teams to shake up their performance, Tombazis warns that a wider field spread is to be anticipated initially.
With recent seasons showing a very tight grid in terms of lap times, this is expected to shift, introducing variability in both performance and reliability across the grid.
Speculation is rife about how the new regulations will impact the pecking order, especially regarding power unit performance.
Tombazis points out that the FIA doesn’t have access to teams’ detailed performance data, making it hard to accurately predict who will shine or struggle under the new rules.
He stresses that all predictions about specific teams excelling or faltering are merely speculative at this point.
