Financial Times

Sebastian Vettel says rule changes risk ‘diluting the DNA’ of F1

Title: Vettel Warns New Regulations May Erode Formula 1’s Core Identity

The four-time world champion has cautioned that controversial new rules could cause the frustration felt by drivers to spill over onto the fanbase. He argues that such regulatory shifts risk diluting the fundamental essence of the sport.


Source: Financial Times Generated at: 2026-06-05 03:30:05 UTC

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