Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso back F1’s rule changes ahead of the Miami Grand Prix
Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso have voiced their opinions on the upcoming 2026 Formula 1 regulations ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. Both drivers acknowledge recent technical adjustments but believe more significant changes are needed. They share concerns over energy management demands and the impact on driving dynamics.
- ▪Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso criticized the 2026 F1 regulations for overemphasizing energy management.
- ▪Verstappen described the rules as 'Formula E on steroids,' a comment that drew attention from F1 executives.
- ▪F1 has increased super clipping power from 250kW to 350kW and reduced qualifying energy recharge limits to 7MJ.
- ▪The FIA introduced rule changes after feedback from the first three races of the season.
- ▪Alonso stated the current updates are only a first step toward necessary improvements.
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