FOTA To Discuss New Qualifying Format
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11-21-2008 | 04:04 PM
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FOTA To Discuss New Qualifying Format
Over the past 2 years I have thought that qualifying was the best part of race weekend. But I have also come to believe that it is too easily manipulated by fuel loads. A change in format might be a good idea. I also like the idea of giving championship points to the pole sitter. It ups the stakes a bit.
From Autosport.com:
From Autosport.com:
FOTA to discuss new qualifying format
By Michele Lostia and Pablo Elizalde Friday, November 21st 2008, 09:35 GMT
The Formula One Teams' Association, FOTA, will discuss a new qualifying format for the sport when the body meets next month.
FOTA is looking to spice up qualifying, currently divided in three sessions, two of them including a knockout system.
The new idea to be looked at consists of all cars jumping onto the track at the same time and with the same amount of fuel, with the slowest driver being eliminated after each lap.
After 14 laps, the six fastest drivers would then fight for pole position, fitting new tyres but still using the same amount of fuel.
The proposal might even include a championship point for pole position and prize money.
The current format, where the ten quickest drivers fight for the top spot in the final session with an amount of fuel decided by the teams, often sees pole position going to a car that's lighter than the rest.
FOTA will meet on December 4 and if the proposed format is agreed upon by all teams, it is expected to be submitted to the FIA for approval.
By Michele Lostia and Pablo Elizalde Friday, November 21st 2008, 09:35 GMT
The Formula One Teams' Association, FOTA, will discuss a new qualifying format for the sport when the body meets next month.
FOTA is looking to spice up qualifying, currently divided in three sessions, two of them including a knockout system.
The new idea to be looked at consists of all cars jumping onto the track at the same time and with the same amount of fuel, with the slowest driver being eliminated after each lap.
After 14 laps, the six fastest drivers would then fight for pole position, fitting new tyres but still using the same amount of fuel.
The proposal might even include a championship point for pole position and prize money.
The current format, where the ten quickest drivers fight for the top spot in the final session with an amount of fuel decided by the teams, often sees pole position going to a car that's lighter than the rest.
FOTA will meet on December 4 and if the proposed format is agreed upon by all teams, it is expected to be submitted to the FIA for approval.
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11-22-2008 | 03:02 AM
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I really love this idea for the new qualifying format. Knockout elimination rounds after every lap will keep the action intense and force everyone to step up their game. Prize money and points for polesitters will also make the action much more interesting. Let's hope that Bernie will see things the same way...
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