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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Giles Richards

FIA confirms F1 rule changes in reaction to driver unhappiness and safety fears

Max Verstappen at the Chinese Grand Prix
Max Verstappen has been among the most vocal critics of the new rules introduced this season. Photograph: Anadolu/Getty Images

The FIA has confirmed rule changes for the current Formula One season as the sport reacts to driver dissatisfaction and safety concerns with the new regulations. The adapted rules address the energy management issues that have proved controversial across the opening three meetings this year.

Technical and sporting considerations had been discussed twice since the last round in Japan and on Monday senior representatives, including the FIA, team principals and their chief executives, the power unit manufacturers and F1’s chief executive, Stefano Domenicali, formally agreed the changes. They remain subject to ratification by the world motorsport council, a formality expected to be concluded before the next round in Miami on 3 May.

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