Michael Masi out as Formula 1 race director, as new FIA president revamps the race refereeing process
There are four key elements to the system overhaul, the first of which is the implementation of a Virtual Race Control Room, which Ben Sulayem likened to the video assistance referee used in football. The race director will be able to use this to apply regulations in real-time, minimising the need for post-race reviews and hearings.
Secondly, F1 will restrict radio communications during races "to protect the race director from any pressure and allow him to take decisions peacefully". Teams can still communicate with the director, but via a more official and regulated process. A more direct response to last season's Abu Dhabi finale is a review of the rules about drivers unlapping themselves behind the safety car. A final decision on these new rules has yet to be given but will be agreed prior to the start of the 2022 season.
Masi will be offered a new role within the FIA. He will be replaced by ex-DTM race director Niels Wittich and WEC race director Eduardo Freitas on an alternating basis, assisted by former F1 deputy race director Herbie Blash.He said:"These structural changes are crucial in a context of strong development and the legitimate expectations of drivers, teams, manufacturers, organisers and, of course, the fans.
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