P1racenews AI automatic summary:
You might not know it, but F1 has new racing rules in place this year – with the Miami GP the most recent race to have featured clashes between drivers that have led stewards to refer to guidelines that are not publicly available. What’s prompted a change, and what do the new rules actually say?
Formula 1 has introduced new racing rules this year that are affecting stewarding decisions prior to them becoming fully binding in 2025. The rules were subtly altered before the 2024 season, introducing new formal guidelines, which will be made official in the FIA International Sporting Code next year. Recent races, including the Miami Grand Prix, have seen clashes between drivers prompting stewards to refer to these unreleased guidelines. The changes stem from a 2024 initiative to define racing rules and codify the ‘let them race’ approach advocated by the FIA. The new ‘Driving Standards Guidelines’ aim for consistency across all circuit racing categories, providing a clear reference for drivers, officials, and spectators. The rules focus on specific overtaking scenarios, such as requiring space when overtaking on the inside of a corner and acknowledging the difficulty of overtaking on the outside. Drivers must adhere to these guidelines to avoid penalties and ensure fair racing practices.
