Motor racing-Mercedes boss Wolff backs FIA's Formula One overhaul

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(Reuters) - Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff said the governing FIA had taken the 'right steps' in its response to the controversial season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which included replacing Michael Masi as Formula One race director.

FILE PHOTO: Formula One F1- Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - December 5, 2021 Mercedes' Team Principal Toto Wolff is seen during the race Pool via REUTERS/Andrej Isakovic

These included the appointment of the experienced Niels Wittich and Eduardo Freitas to serve as alternating race directors, the setting up of a virtual race control room and a review of procedures governing how cars running a lap down unlap themselves behind the safety car. “Now, with having two very experienced guys up there, that is good but the support structure that has been built around them is essential.

The Australian moved only the lapped cars between the two rivals out of the way, giving Verstappen’s Red Bull, on fresher tyres, the chance to seize the lead and the world championship from race-leader Hamilton on the last lap.Mercedes, who initially and unsuccessfully protested the Abu Dhabi result, lodged an intention to appeal but ultimately decided not to go ahead with it.The Austrian added that it was now time to move on.

 

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