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Kristensen defends 2026 rules despite ‘artificial' racing

Aug.6 Nine-time Le Mans winner and Audi ambassador Tom Kristensen has defended Formula 1's controversial 2026 regulations, although he admits the racing can sometimes appear artificial. Audi entered Formula 1 partly because of the new power-unit formula, potentially colouring Kristensen's support for the concept. 'The cars have become more compact and lighter, and you can see that,' he told Speed Week. 'The cars are more agile, and that's the right direction for Formula 1.' However, Kristensen acknowledged that energy management has created problems at legendary high speed circuits such as Spa and Silverstone. 'The driver critics certainly have their points – especially in the first...
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