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Top Formula 1 team principals shared their thoughts on the proposed rookie sprint race, Kimi’s performance, and the 2026 regulations during a press conference at the Italian Grand Prix. Toto Wolff, Frédéric Vasseur, and Andreas Seidl expressed support for the sprint race plan and discussed the sport’s future developments.

Brimming with excitement and gratitude, new Williams driver Franco Colapinto addresses the Formula 1 press corps, eager to seize his unexpected chance to compete in the top tier of motorsport. The 21-year-old Argentine, who joined the Williams Academy in 2022, will race in nine events to conclude the 2023 season, marking a significant milestone in his single-seater racing journey.

Formula 1 is considering a proposal for a sprint race exclusively for rookie drivers following the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tyre test. While Mercedes’ George Russell supports the idea, reigning world champion Max Verstappen expresses reservations about the timing and logistics of the event. The F1 Commission will discuss the proposal at the end of September, as stakeholders weigh the merits of this initiative to boost on-track opportunities for young talent.

As the Formula 1 calendar moves to Monza, Italy, for the upcoming Grand Prix, a host of drivers have expressed their disapproval of the recent changes made to the iconic ‘old school’ track. While some, like Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda, lament the loss of the circuit’s unique character, others, like Lewis Hamilton, reserve judgment until they experience the revisions firsthand. The significance of understanding the track updates is highlighted by Aston Martin’s decision to have their regular drivers participate in FP1 to gain early experience with the altered layout.