F1 News: FIA Implements Last-Minute Change to Saudi GP Order as Sp…read more.
FIA Implements Last-Minute Change to Saudi GP Order as Sp…read more.
In a surprising development just hours before the start of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, the FIA has made a late adjustment to the starting order, citing a special clause in the regulations. The decision has stirred discussions across the paddock, as teams scramble to adapt to the unexpected shift.
According to reports, the change was triggered by a rarely-invoked clause related to track safety and sporting fairness. Though the FIA has not publicly detailed the exact reasoning, insiders suggest it was due to concerns over one of the cars gaining an unfair advantage due to a pit lane or formation lap irregularity. The altered grid order now sees several drivers bumped either up or down a position compared to the provisional qualifying results.
The team affected most by the change has expressed frustration, claiming they were not informed until the last moment. However, the FIA insists that the rule was applied correctly and that all teams were aware of its existence prior to the weekend. “We acted within the sporting code to ensure a fair and competitive race,” said an FIA spokesperson.
Fans are divided, with some applauding the governing body for upholding the integrity of the sport, while others feel the decision came too late and disrupted pre-race strategies.
As the grid lines up for what promises to be a thrilling race under the lights in Jeddah, all eyes will be on how the shake-up impacts team tactics and individual performances.
