'Enough is enough!' - Ferrari insist no more changes to F1 start rules
Why it matters: Start‑procedure rules shape race dynamics and could lock in Ferrari’s early‑season advantage.
- Ferrari defends its dominance in race starts and rejects any more rule changes, citing the five‑second pre‑start already forced a major adaptation.
- George Russell (Mercedes) accuses Ferrari of being selfish and calls for additional tweaks, arguing the current system favors Scuderia unfairly.
- FIA maintains the five‑second pre‑start rule and will implement hot‑and‑cold engine testing from June, signaling the matter is closed for now.
- Frederic Vasseur notes the team has already compromised on the start procedure and sees the issue as settled, while still eyeing broader car upgrades.
- Engine‑compression rule debate shows Ferrari pushing for testing after Mercedes exploited a loophole, highlighting ongoing regulatory friction.
Ferrari boss Frederic Vasseur declares “enough is enough” on further F1 start‑rule tweaks after the team’s lightning launches, pushing back against Mercedes’ George Russell’s criticism. The FIA stands by the five‑second pre‑start and upcoming power‑unit testing changes, leaving Ferrari to focus on broader upgrades.
