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The F1 Sprint format has split opinion ever since it was introduced in 2021 – hear from Charles Leclerc and his verdict on the alternate format that was present at six rounds this season.
Charles Leclerc has expressed his support for the F1 Sprint format, stating that it has been a valuable addition to Grand Prix racing. The format, which introduced an extra race during the weekend, has divided opinions within the paddock. This season, a second qualifying session dedicated to the sprint race, known as the Sprint Shootout, was introduced. F1 has scheduled the Sprint format for six events this year, double the number used in previous seasons. While Max Verstappen opposes the format, believing it takes away excitement from the main race, Leclerc enjoys the additional pressure it puts on drivers. Talks are currently underway between F1 and the teams to implement another change to the format next year, which would involve moving the Sprint Shootout to Friday afternoon and holding the sprint race on Saturday morning. Leclerc believes this change would improve the schedule, as it would eliminate the monotony of three free practice sessions on Friday.
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