McLaren Formula 1 team principal Andrea Stella thinks Melbourne's Albert Park circuit "definitely exposes some of the weaknesses" in the 2026 regulations as drivers voiced fierce opposition to the new power unit regulations.
The new 2026 rules force drivers to heavily compromise their driving style to focus on electric energy saving. Following early warnings last year when drivers got a first taste of F1's new rules era on the simulator, concerns grew over three weeks of winter testing but most drivers still wanted to wait for Melbourne's opening weekend before going public with their reservations.
