'We have an obligation to try' - Reverse grids and free practice points proposed by Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali

Inverted grid races and points for free practice sessions are among the ideas being discussed in a bid to freshen up Formula 1, according to CEO Stefano Domenicali. Various alterations have been made to the sport in recent years, including the introduction of occasional Sprint Qualifying sessions, a shorter race on the Saturday that determines grid positions for the following day’s Grand Prix. Ad According to Domenicali, the new ideas won’t end there as F1 bosses look for innovative ways of keeping their audience hooked.

Formula 1Albon recovering in hospital after suffering respiratory failure12/09/2022 AT 14:25 In an interview with Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, Domenicali was asked why there is a need to change. «You have to try,” he said. “There are always many excuses not to do it.

It is a life principle. Purists will always turn up their noses, but over the years, F1 has changed the way of qualifying dozens of times. It is a necessity that can’t be delayed, to put on an even better show.” Verstappen toasts 'great race' after moving to verge of F1 title Albon recovering in hospital after suffering respiratory failure 'That's how the rules should be' — Hamilton hit with Abu Dhabi memories at Monza He added: “I would like there to always be a fight for something that is valid for the title.

We will address the issue at the next F1 Commission: the fans, the organisers, everyone wants it. The Sprint Race was just the first example, which could be improved.” One of Domenicali’s ideas is to make free practice sessions more competitive. On a race weekend, there are two free practice sessions on the Friday and one on the Saturday before qualifying, but they don’t contribute to the eventual outcome.