A top Formula 1 boss has again defended the divisive Sprint format disliked so much by Max Verstappen as the sport prepares for double the number of short-form races this year.
A Sprint weekend sees qualifying moved to Friday from its usual slot on a Saturday, which is replaced by what is essentially a shorter version of a race. The main Grand Prix still takes place on the Sunday as usual.
Some people like it because it provides more competitive action to watch than the average race weekend. But it is not universally popular, with many critics complaining that those shorter races are often little more than a procession because teams don't want to risk too much for fewer points.
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