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F1 chief predicts 12 Sprint races per year and planning for Azerbaijan GP format change

EXCLUSIVE: The F1 Sprint has proven divisive even since its introduction but, ahead of the first one of 2023 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, one team boss has tipped its growth to continue

Daily Mirror

F1 Sprint: Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen disagree over Azerbaijan GP's divisive topic

For the first time in 2023 the F1 Sprint returns for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend and, with double the number of Sprints set to take place this year, it remains a divisive subject

Daily Mirror

Why F1 hopes what happens in Vegas won't stay in Vegas

What makes it unique is that it is being promoted by Liberty Media and F1 and not by a local third party. The city and the casinos that own the land are partners, but the commercial rights holder is taking the big risks and stands to win or lose depending…

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F1 chief explains stance on new race venues and fires axe warning at "historical" tracks

Established F1 venues such as Monza, Monaco and Silverstone will need more than just historical significance to guarantee their places on future race calendars, Stefano Domenicali warned

Daily Mirror

Wolff: F1 must shape rules with 'Stanley knife' not 'baseball bat'

The timetable of a race weekend has been thrust into the limelight following comments from F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali that he is in favour of scrapping free practice sessions.

Autosport

F1 chief "ready to discuss" London Grand Prix as UK could host two races per year

F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali was asked about a plan which appeared earlier this month proposing a 'London Grand Prix' as he spoke to Sky Sports in Melbourne

Daily Mirror

F1 in race to finalise standalone Saturday sprint rules for Baku

The basic idea is for the sprint event and the grand prix to have their own qualifying sessions, and for the result of the sprint not to impact the grid positions for the main event.

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Russell, Norris back calls to reduce F1 practice time

F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali thrust the sanctity of free practice into the limelight in an interview last weekend with SportTV. He said: "I am a supporter of the cancellation of free practice sessions, which are of great use to the engineers but that the public doesn't like."

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F1 chief Stefano Domenicali doubles down on plan for big change to race weekend structure

The introduction of the short-form Sprint races at several F1 weekends is already a significant change to the structure of Grands Prix, but Domenicali does not want to stop there

Daily Mirror

F1 chief confirms plans for new Madrid track with Spanish Grand Prix tipped to move

Formula One CEO Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that officials in Madrid have ambitious plans for a new track that could see the Spanish GP moved from Barcelona

Daily Mirror

Why Saudi Arabia is not put off by its F1 critics

Formula 1 in Saudi Arabia has weathered a fair few storms, from sportswashing criticisms and concerns over human rights to the safety doubts after the missile attack at the race in 2022. On the eve of the event taking place last weekend, human rights group Reprieve issued a strongly worded…

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Brother of man executed by Saudi Arabia says F1 legitimises ‘heinous crimes’

The brother of Mustafa al-Khayyat, one of 81 men executed by Saudi Arabia on one day last year, has accused F1 of complicity in sportswashing

The Guardian - UK

Ferrari sent blunt "talk is cheap" warning by F1's top boss after Bahrain worry

Ferrari always expect to win due to their rich history in Formula 1 and how iconic the brand is on a worldwide level – but past glories mean nothing when it comes to seeking modern-day success

Daily Mirror

Christian Horner tipped for top F1 role as Bernie Ecclestone slams Stefano Domenicali

Bernie Ecclestone was a key figure at the top of F1 for more than four decades, before the controversial Englishman was removed from his position as CEO in early 2017

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FIA has no issue with Hamilton rainbow helmet at F1 Bahrain GP

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton did not have to request permission from the FIA to wear a rainbow design on his helmet at Formula 1's Bahrain Grand Prix, Autosport understands.

Motorsport

Why Las Vegas is key to F1's growth plans

On March 1, Liberty Media released its 2022 annual results, and they indicated a spectacular performance by Formula 1 as the effect of COVID finally disappeared.

The Guardian - UK

Hamilton rejects claims that F1 has had positive impact in repressive regimes

Lewis Hamilton says F1 should do more in countries like Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, after the FIA’s CEO insisted the sport wasn’t ‘chasing money’

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How Liberty is "playing long game" to help F1 teams make money

Liberty Media CEO Greg Maffei says Formula 1 is playing a “long game” in growing the overall size of the business while helping the teams to make money.

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Susie Wolff appointed managing director of F1 Academy

Susie Wolff has been appointed the managing director of the F1 Academy series that aims to develop young female drivers.

The Guardian - UK

Stefano Domenicali: ‘F1 can drive real change – we are not chasing money’

As the season opener in Bahrain nears, F1’s CEO discusses human rights, soft power and tells Giles Richards why he believes the sport can make a difference

Daily Mirror

Mario Andretti bites back at F1 chief Stefano Domenicali after "not smart" jibe

Michael Andretti lashed out at "greedy" team owners after it became clear most of them were against his entry into F1 – a reaction criticised by F1 chief Domenicali

Daily Mirror

F1 chiefs want things done differently in 2023 after fall-out from Red Bull rule-break

After the FIA took so long to identify Red Bull's budget cap overspend from the 2021 season and hand out a punishment, F1 bosses want to see things happen much quicker this year if there are any further violations

Daily Mirror

Defiant Lewis Hamilton on collision course with FIA again over 'political statement' ban

Speaking about the FIA's new protest ban for the first time since it was written into the rulebook, Hamilton made it clear he will not be changing how he uses his F1 platform

The Guardian - UK

‘Nothing will stop me’: Lewis Hamilton defiant in face of possible FIA censure

Lewis Hamilton has defiantly insisted he will not be prevented from expressing his opinions by the FIA

The Independent UK

Hamilton on FIA rule: 'Nothing will stop me from speaking'

Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton insists he will not be silenced by offseason rules that prohibit drivers from speaking out on political issues

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