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Zak Brown has put forward a novel idea whilst calling on the FIA to make its stewarding of the F1 world championship professional.
McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown suggests F1 teams should contribute to the cost of full-time stewards to address the growing issue for the FIA. The voluntary status of stewards came under scrutiny after Johnny Herbert was removed due to conflicts of interest. Red Bull’s Christian Horner supported the need for professional stewards, critiquing the current setup as inadequate for a high-stakes sport. Brown proposed that teams, including McLaren, share the financial responsibility to support the FIA in this matter. He emphasized the importance of investing in full-time stewards for the overall success and integrity of Formula 1.
