McLaren mechanics outside the garage Formula 1 teams are united in their belief a balance needs to be struck between the financial motives of the sport and the impact it has on staff. A 23-event calendar is expected to be announced later this month once the FIA World Motor Sport Council next meets. It will make it the longest campaign in the sport’s history, a fact that will place additional strain on personnel within teams and connected to the circus more broadly. With the racing season set to run from March to early December, F1 looks set to be in action on more weekends than not during that nine-month period. “The thirst and demand for Formula 1 is what it is and it is always trying...
Full Story »