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The final meeting of the World Motor Sport Council took place on Wednesday from Baku, Azerbaijan with a number of minor changes made to the Formula 1 sporting regulations.
The World Motor Sport Council made minor changes to the sporting regulations of Formula 1 during their final meeting in Azerbaijan. The council discussed the 2022 calendar, which will feature a record-breaking 24 events, and emphasized the importance of the health and welfare of all personnel involved. Changes were made to the technical regulations to allow for cooling ‘scoops’ in extreme hot conditions, following concerns raised during the Qatar Grand Prix where drivers experienced high temperatures. Regulations were also put in place regarding the number and mass of certain metallic components in the floor to prevent safety risks. Team members will now have 40 minutes on the grid before a Grand Prix, and a loophole regarding cars starting from pit lane was closed for improved safety. Additionally, minor adjustments were made to the 2026 regulations for the upcoming season.
