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Former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone has shared similar criticism of the championship’s new direction as Max Verstappen.
Bernie Ecclestone expressed concern about F1 potentially losing fans to the Formula E series due to current competition. He noted Max Verstappen’s criticism of F1’s new regulations, which he likened to “Formula E on steroids.” Despite F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali’s confidence, Ecclestone, a former F1 owner, remains skeptical about the future. He believes the rulebook rewrite will lead to confusion and the rules may not suit Verstappen’s aggressive driving style. Ecclestone emphasized F1’s essence as a drivers’ championship and cautioned against excessive regulation that detracts from the racing experience. He fears that F1’s evolving direction could alienate fans, a sentiment reflected in his hope that his concerns are unfounded.
