F1 Drivers Secure Meeting with FIA President After B…read more
Formula 1 drivers have successfully secured a meeting with FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem following intense backlash over a controversial new ban. The decision comes after strong criticism from several drivers, including seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who called the rule a “joke.”
The ban, which reportedly restricts certain driver activities and expressions, was met with widespread concern, with many labeling it “alarming and unacceptable.” In response, the drivers, led by the Grand Prix Drivers’ Association (GPDA), pushed for an urgent discussion with the FIA to address their grievances.
Following negotiations, the FIA has agreed to meet with the drivers to clarify the reasoning behind the decision and explore potential revisions. Sources indicate that the governing body is now open to reassessing the regulations to ensure they align with the drivers’ interests and the sport’s global image.
Hamilton and other leading figures in the paddock have welcomed the development, emphasizing the importance of dialogue between the FIA and those on the grid. While details of the meeting remain undisclosed, expectations are high that adjustments will be made to ease tensions.
With the next Grand Prix fast approaching, this agreement marks a significant step in improving communication between the sport’s key stakeholders. Whether the ban will be revised or scrapped entirely remains to be seen, but for now, the drivers have ensured their voices will be heard at the highest level.
