The F1 Fee has dominated out working a particular ‘rookie race’ for younger drivers on the finish of the season – however is eager to discover the idea for 2025.
The concept to run a race in present Components 1 equipment for a grid of younger drivers after the ultimate Grand Prix of the season in Abu Dhabi was being thought-about, however at an F1 Fee assembly on Wednesday chaired by FIA Single-Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis and Components 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali, it was determined to not go forward with the proposed occasion this 12 months, however as a substitute to have a look at whether or not such a race was doable in 2025.
A press release launched on Wednesday night confirmed: “The idea of a ‘rookie race’ to be added to the 2024 post-season take a look at schedule at Abu Dhabi was mentioned.
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“Whereas the idea acquired widespread help, it was decided that as a result of timing and organisational constraints, the occasion wouldn’t happen in 2024, and discussions will proceed to formulate a possible idea and plan for 2025.”
The Fee, which met on the RB F1 group HQ in Faneza, Italy, did nevertheless focus on some modifications to the laws for the 2026 season.
Firstly, it’s been agreed that the pre-season testing schedule will contain three, three-day assessments, “in recognition of the challenges introduced by the brand new Energy Unit Rules,” which can come into power for 2026.
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