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Post-Abu Dhabi 2021 FIA changes still need improving, say F1 drivers

Several leading Formula 1 drivers have said the FIA’s much-vaunted 2022 officiating changes implemented after the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix controversy still have “room for improvement”.

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Tsunoda "not trusting" FIA rules consistency in F1

Yuki Tsunoda says he has no trust in the consistency of the FIA's decisions following the latest change in stance over Formula 1's pitlane entry and exit lines.

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Tsunoda "not trusting" FIA F1 rules consistency

Yuki Tsunoda says he has no trust in the consistency of the FIA's decisions following the latest change in stance over Formula 1's pit entry and exit lines.

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Lewis Hamilton 'astonished' that axed F1 race director could make return to sport

Lewis Hamilton is stunned amid claims former F1 race director Michael Masi could make a surprise F1 comeback just two months after he was sacked for his role in the controversial Abu Dhabi GP last year

Daily Mirror

Seidl: New F1 race director set-up has made ‘very good start’

McLaren Formula 1 boss Andreas Seidl believes the FIA’s new race director set-up has made a “very good start” thanks to a “straightforward” approach to enforcing rules.

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F1 supremo hints at handing Michael Masi lifeline despite Abu Dhabi debacle

Michael Masi became one of the most divisive figures within sport following his safety car ruling at the dramatic season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2021, which saw Lewis Hamilton miss out on a record-breaking eighth world title

Daily Mirror

Miami GP thrown into chaos as both race directors are doubts after positive Covid tests

FIA race directors Niels Wittich and Eduardo Freitas are both in danger of missing the inaugural Miami Grand Prix on May 8 after they returned positive tests for Covid

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F1 race directors Wittich, Freitas test positive for COVID ahead of Miami GP

Formula 1 race director Niels Wittich has tested positive for COVID-19 and may be forced to miss the Miami Grand Prix if he doesn’t return a negative test by next week.

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FIA assesses Miami GP race director options as Wittich tests positive for COVID

Formula 1 race director Niels Wittich has tested positive for COVID-19 and may be forced to miss the Miami Grand Prix if he doesn’t return a negative test by next week.

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Toto Wolff says former race director Masi was liability to F1 and disrespectful

The Mercedes principal, Toto Wolff, is still unhappy with Michael Masi’s role in last season’s finale in Abu Dhabi, saying: ‘He has not properly reflected that he did something wrong’

The Guardian - UK

Michael Masi branded 'liability' who disrespected drivers by Mercedes boss Toto Wolff

Michael Masi has been branded a 'liability' by Mercedes boss Toto Wolff who is still fuming with the Australian's decision at the 2021 Abu Dhabi GP

Daily Mirror

F1 risk row with Lewis Hamilton over jewellery crackdown ahead of Australian Grand Prix

Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton has already endured a bumpy start to the Formula 1 campaign and could face punishment if he refuses to comply with a long-standing ban on jewellery

Daily Mirror

Hamilton on Collision Course with F1 Chiefs over 'Bling' Ban

Formula One drivers have been reminded that they are not allowed to wear jewelry while racing, prompting Lewis Hamilton to joke Friday he had piercings he can't take out. The ruling was included in the event notes for this week's Australian Grand Prix issued by new FIA race director Niels…

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Max Verstappen's father's private chat with Lewis Hamilton's dad after Abu Dhabi drama

There were hugely contrasting emotions for Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton's families in the immediate aftermath of the dramatic Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finale in December

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Why new race control directive leaves F1 drivers facing tough calls

Formula 1 drivers could have to make some difficult calls in Jeddah on Sunday and apply a self-imposed penalty if they use a run-off area to make a pass.

Daily Mirror

FIA 'creating new role for Michael Masi' despite axing him after Abu Dhabi chaos

Michael Masi might have been relieved of his race director role following his safety car ruling in Abu Dhabi, but he will still play a part in the FIA's operation going forward

Autosport

F1 Stewards: Who are they, what do they do & how are they chosen?

Stewards in F1 are responsible for some of the most talked-about decisions in F1, but who are they, what do they do and how are they chosen? Find out all that and more here.

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Hamilton never expected apology from FIA in Abu Dhabi F1 report

Lewis Hamilton never expected to receive an apology in the FIA’s investigation to the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 season finale, but called the acknowledgement of human error “a positive step”.

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Lewis Hamilton reacts after learning of findings into Max Verstappen's Abu Dhabi title win

On Saturday, the FIA finally released the findings of their investigation into the controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the race in which Lewis Hamilton was denied the world title

ABC News

FIA report into F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix released

Max Verstappen won last year's final race and world championship when he benefited from a "misunderstanding" of the safety car rules by then-race director Michael Masi.

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The unexpected question the FIA's Abu Dhabi F1 report does not address

The FIA's report into the Abu Dhabi GP controversy has been published, and the unexpected question it triggers is why did Formula 1 race director Michael Masi lose his job?

Daily Mirror

FIA report confirms Michael Masi cost Lewis Hamilton in Abu Dhabi F1 title decider

A long-awaited report into Max Verstappen's controversial title triumph has found that race director Michael Masi's decision on the final lap was incorrect

Autosport

The unexpected question the FIA's Abu Dhabi report does not address

The FIA's report into the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix controversy has been published and triggers an unexpected question. Why did Formula 1 race director Michael Masi lose his job?

Daily Mirror

Gary Lineker gives typical response to F1 report as he laments Lewis Hamilton 'robbery' again

F1's governing body has said "human error" was responsible for the incorrect application of rules in the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which cost Lewis Hamilton the world title

The Guardian - UK

FIA report blames ‘human error’ for Abu Dhabi GP controversy but result stands

The FIA’s inquiry into the title-defining GP in Abu Dhabi ruled that the then race director, Michael Masi, acted in ‘good faith’ and that the result is ‘valid’ and ‘cannot be changed’

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