The number of F1 sprint events will be increased to six from next season, following FIA approval
It was reported at the time that the FIA had asked for more money in return for its support.
Following further discussions with the FIA and the recognition of the added value of the sprint events for fans, partners and wider stakeholders, an agreement has now been reached and passed by the WMSC vote.F1 CEO and president Stefano Domenicali said: “I am pleased that we can confirm six Sprints will be part of the Championship from 2023 onwards, building on the success of the new format introduced for the first time in 2021.
“The Sprint provides action across three days with the drivers all fighting for something right from the start on Friday through to the main event on Sunday - adding more drama and excitement to the weekend. “The feedback from the fans, teams, promoters, and partners has been very positive and the format is adding a new dimension to Formula 1, and we all want to ensure its success in the future.”A plan to double the amount of sprint events for 2022Related Articles
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Zhou to remain with Alfa Romeo for F1 2023 seasonZhou Guanyu will contest his sophomore F1 season with Alfa Romeo after signing a new one-year contract with the team.
Read more »
Official: MotoGP announces new race in Kazakhstan from 2023Official: MotoGP announces new race in Kazakhstan from 2023 Full story 👉 MotoGP
Read more »
MotoGP announces race in Kazakhstan for 2023 seasonMotoGP has announced it hopes to stage a grand prix in Kazakhstan from the 2023 season.
Read more »
MotoGP announces race in Kazakhstan for 2023 seasonMotoGP has unveiled plans to host a grand prix in Kazakhstan from next season. Full story ⬇️
Read more »
Sebastian Vettel questions F1's environmental pledges after calendar controversySebastian Vettel has cast doubt on F1's ability to fulfill their environmental pledges after the sport announced a packed race calendar for next season, earlier this week.
Read more »
Lance Stroll savouring teaming up with his childhood 'bad guy' Fernando AlonsoAston Martin's Lance Stroll has revealed that as a child, he viewed his 2023 F1 team-mate Fernando Alonso as 'the bad guy'.
Read more »