P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A change to the qualifying format? It’s not the first time that this has happened in the history of F1.
The 2016 Formula 1 season saw the introduction of a new qualifying format, which was quickly abandoned after just two races due to its failure at the Australian Grand Prix. The new format involved multiple eliminations throughout each qualifying session, aiming to ensure more excitement and unpredictability. However, it led to confusion and criticism among teams, drivers, and fans, as the timing system malfunctioned and teams were unable to set competitive lap times. This led to a lack of action on the track and a poor viewing experience for spectators. Ultimately, the decision was made to revert back to the old qualifying format for the rest of the season.
