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Vettel urges patience as F1's 2026 ‘DNA' debate grows

Feb.18 Sebastian Vettel has called for calm as criticism of Formula 1's new 2026 cars intensifies – but admits the sport must not 'lose sight' of its identity. Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso have all publicly questioned the new energy-heavy regulations, with Verstappen even likening the cars to 'Formula E on steroids'. Speaking at a Red Bull event in Lucerne, Vettel told Servus TV it is too early for verdicts. 'There's a lot of talk going on at the moment,' he said. 'I'm still catching a bit of it, but I think we need to be patient and not draw any conclusions yet – it's too early.' However, the retired four-time world champion understands the drivers'...
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