A significant proposal is on the table to adjust the scoring system in Formula 1, aiming to award points to drivers finishing up to 12th place, expanding beyond the current limit of 10th. This week, the proposal will be a key topic at the F1 Commission’s discussions in Geneva, a critical step before the World Motor Sport Council’s final approval.
Should the FIA and Formula One Management endorse the proposal, which seems probable, only five of the ten teams need to support it for it to advance. This adjustment is widely anticipated to gain the approval of the smaller teams, who stand to benefit most from the increased scoring chances.
Laurent Mekies, the chief of the Red Bull-owned RB team, voiced his support, stating, “Of course I like it. We have six manufacturers and Red Bull Racing, so that’s seven top teams. It’s almost impossible to explain to partners that we are fighting for P11 which yields nothing. I don’t even see a negative side. Having good teams without points is not good for the sport, I think.”
In a show of neutrality, Christian Horner, the Red Bull Racing boss, claimed he is “impartial,” hinting at a likely affirmative stance. Similarly, Ferrari’s team boss, Frederic Vasseur, expressed his understanding of the frustrations faced by midfield teams, remarking, “I can understand that it is frustrating for the midfield teams to end up eleventh after a great performance and come away empty-handed. I come from Alfa Romeo, remember.”
With supportive gestures from both the F1 Commission and the World Motor Sport Council, this pivotal amendment could be incorporated into the sporting regulations as early as 2025, altering the landscape of Formula 1 competitions once again.
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